The Quirky Chronicles: Life, Laughs and Learning

  Gangtok Through My Eyes Introduction Travel opens my mind to new perspectives and cultures, broadening my knowledge and wisdom. In this blog, I will share my three-day experience in the capital of Sikkim—Gangtok. On Our Way to Gangtok from Darjeeling Our journey to Gangtok was an exhausting eight-hour drive from Darjeeling. Our first stop was the enchanting Lamahatta Eco Park, where we attempted a steep uphill climb to reach a hidden lake. Although we didn’t make it to the top, the climb itself was invigorating, offering breathtaking views and a refreshing challenge. For any fitness or travel enthusiast, this climb is a must! As we continued our journey, we crossed the majestic Teesta River at Siliguri. Our driver informed us about the devastating floods that struck in October 2023, causing severe damage, including the destruction of 15 bridges and the collapse of a National Highway. The floods also claimed around a thousand lives and caused extensive damage to homes along the ri...

  In just a few days, I'll join IIIT Kottayam to pursue a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE). I want to share why I chose ECE and engineering as my career path. My interest in ECE began with an incredible opportunity while participating in a model-making contest. I got to present a nano-satellite craft model to Former ISRO Director Dr. Mayilswamy Annadurai at Jeppiaar Institute of Technology. Before attending, I thought my model was impressive (even though it was something a 3rd grader could make). However, when I arrived, I was amazed by the professional models created by students younger than me. Their technical skills left me feeling both insecure and astonished. Although I lacked advanced technical skills at that time, my communication abilities set me apart. This allowed me to interact with the former ISRO Director for a few minutes, an experience that inspired me a lot.  The meeting with Dr. Annadurai, and students around me who were much more adva...