Maulana Wahiduddin Khan I Speaking Tree Website I July 21, 2014
Bidhan Chandra Roy (1882-1962) was a highly respected physician and a renowned freedom fighter. After Independence he was elected the second Chief Minister of West Bengal and is often considered the great architect of West Bengal, because he founded five eminent cities in the state.
However, his early ages were not very encouraging for him. After graduating from Calcutta, Bidhan sailed for England with only Rs. 1,200 intending to enroll himself at St Bartholomew’s Hospital to further his education. The Dean, reluctant to accept a student from Asia, rejected Bidhan’s application. But Dr. Roy did not lose heart. Again and again he submitted his application until finally the Dean accepted Bidhan to the college after thirty admission requests.
There are many instances in history of such persons who experienced failure in their early years. But, they continued their struggle and finally became very successful. The amount of opportunities is far more than the amount of failure. In this state of affairs, no one needs to despair, rather one should carry on one’s struggle in a non-stop manner. Even after failing “thirty times”, one can emerge victorious.