Rishabh Pant demonstrated his compassionate side by assisting Jyoti Kanaboor Math, a bright student from Karnataka, in achieving her academic aspirations. Despite scoring 83% in her Class 12 exams, Jyoti faced financial constraints that threatened her BCA enrollment. Pant's timely intervention, a Rs 40,000 donation, ensured her admission and first-semester fees were covered, earning him gratitude and admiration.
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