Daijiworld Media Network – Mumbai

Mumbai, Jul 13: Born into poverty in Samode village of Maharashtra’s Sakri Taluka, Dr Rajendra Bharud’s rise to become the district magistrate of Nandurbar is a powerful story of grit, determination, and social commitment.

Raised by his mother and grandmother, who earned a living by selling liquor made from Mahua flowers under a sugarcane-leaf hut, Dr Bharud’s early life was steeped in hardship. Despite the odds, his brilliance in school caught the attention of teachers, who helped him secure admission to a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya—his first step toward a brighter future.

Initially dreaming of becoming a doctor, he went on to study medicine while preparing for the UPSC exams. His disciplined lifestyle and perseverance paid off when he cracked the civil services in his first attempt, first serving as an IRS officer in Faridabad before joining the IAS and taking charge as district magistrate of Nandurbar.

In his administrative career, Dr Bharud has spearheaded impactful initiatives—ranging from improved ration distribution and employment schemes to innovative sanitation projects like Solapur’s sewer system. His medical background proved invaluable during the COVID-19 pandemic, when he led efforts to set up treatment facilities and drive public health awareness.

Despite national recognition and career milestones, Dr Bharud, who is currently posted as project director of RUSA (Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan), Higher & Technical Education Department, Mumbai, credits his success to hard work and unwavering determination. His life story stands as a beacon of hope, showing that with vision and resilience, even the harshest beginnings can lead to remarkable change.