Like many students after Class XII, I considered both Engineering and Mathematics as career options. Although I secured good ranks in various entrance examinations, I soon realized that my true passion was Mathematics. During this search, I came to know about St. Joseph’s College, Irinjalakuda, one of the premier women’s colleges in Kerala, located in the historic land of Sangamagrama Madhava. The college had an excellent Mathematics Department with a strong academic and research culture. My teachers encouraged me to aim higher and pursue my master’s degree at premier institutes and universities. Their guidance and confidence in me motivated me to work hard. As a result, I qualified IIT-JAM and secured Rank 2 in the CUSAT entrance examination. I subsequently completed my M.Sc. in Mathematics from Cochin University of Science and Technology and later pursued my Ph.D. at IIT Madras. While my academic journey took me to different institutions, my roots remain firmly at St. Joseph’s College. The faculty members of the Mathematics Department not only imparted knowledge but also inspired, motivated, and shaped me into the person I am today!