Meet the daily wager’s son who cracked IAS to become a ‘people’s collector’
Ganjam Collector Vijay Kulange, known for his people-centric initiatives, defied the obstacles to crack UPSC, become an IAS officer, and fulfill his passion of serving the common man. Stories about people overcoming misfortune strike a chord deep within us. Parts of us hope that our future is determined by our efforts rather than fate. Vijay Kulange, an IAS officer, has an extraordinary narrative of persistence and inspiration. Vijay was up in the small village of Ralegan in Maharashtra's Ahmadnagar district, the son of a tailor and a farm labourer. His parents were continuously concerned about supplying their children with two square meals a day, although earning just approximately Rs 200 per day. Money was constantly scarce, and even the most basic requirements were unthinkable. The one thing Vijay had ever had in excess as a youngster was a burning desire to alleviate his parents' concerns and make them proud. And he did precisely that his entire life....