- By Shailvee Tiwari
- Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:15 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Reddit Viral Post: Imagine working hard for months, finally getting into your dream college, and then being told you can’t go. That’s exactly what happened to a student from Chandigarh, and his story has touched thousands online. Posting on Reddit under the username @TurnoverWeak9601, the student shared how he cracked CUET and earned a seat at Hansraj College, one of Delhi University’s top institutions. But just when he thought his efforts had paid off, his parents said no, not because of money or distance, but because of Delhi’s rising pollution levels.
In his emotional Reddit post titled “Got into Hansraj College but my parents don’t want to send me because of Delhi’s pollution. Feeling helpless,” he opened up about everything he went through to reach this point. “Hey everyone, I’m from Chandigarh and I gave CUET this year. After failing in 3 competitive exams and going through a rough year mentally, I finally got something I truly wanted — admission into Hansraj College, Delhi University,” he wrote.
“I’ve worked really hard for this, and it felt like all the struggle finally paid off. But now, just when everything was falling into place, my parents are refusing to send me because of Delhi’s pollution.”
“I understand it’s a valid concern, but it feels like my dreams are getting crushed right when I’m this close to achieving them. Please suggest some solid points I can put forward to help them understand. If anyone has faced something similar or has advice, it would really mean a lot. I feel stuck and, honestly, pretty heartbroken. I don’t want to let this opportunity slip away,” he further added.
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The post quickly gained traction, with many users offering support, practical tips, and encouragement. Some shared similar experiences, while others suggested ways he could convince his parents. One user wrote, Brother Delhi ki population dekho -> many are surviving and thriving in DU despite pollution, besides the colleges have a pretty green and clean environment. Phir India ki population dekho -> zabardast competition hai, aaphansraj miss krdo lakh baithehainaapki seat second allotment me leneke lie."
"Bro, you're gonna miss a lot if you don't come here.... I agree pollution is a major problem, lekinsirf 3 mahinejhelnahai pollution. Look at the AQI now. If they're not letting you come here because of pollution, that's a bad reason. There should be some substantial reason for not letting you come to Delhi. You're gonna be in love with the city once you settle here," a second user added. "It is their excuse for not sending a reputed college in Delhi," added a third user. "Seize the opportunity. No excuses," wrote another user.