ANAND KUMAR

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He is an Indian mathematics educator and popularly known for founding the Super 30 program in the state's capital, Patna, Bihar. Here, he was innovative in bringing to the fore identified and nurtured underprivileged students to succeed through highly competitive entrance exams leading to a place at IIT.

From his own frustrations and disappointments due to financial difficulties while pursuing education, Kumar started helping others realize their academic aspirations. Super 30, a program providing free coaching, study materials, and supportive environment for economically disadvantaged students, enables them to achieve excellence in mathematics and science.

Given this fact, Super 30 has emerged as a national and international phenomenon whereby it has been able to earn an unbelievable success rate in getting admissions to the most acclaimed IIT's of the country. What is significant in the approach of Anand Kumar is that it combines rigorous training with motivational support for both excellence in academics and personal development.

His work has been feted in various media, starting with a blockbuster biographical film, which proves how serious he was with education and upbringings in society. Anand Kumar continues to inspire hundreds of students and educators who believe in the transforming power of education.