75-Year-Old Himachal Man with 32 Degrees Appears for IGNOU Sanskrit Exam
Seventy-five-year-old Milkhi Ram from Himachal Pradesh, who holds 32 academic degrees, recently appeared for a Sanskrit exam at IGNOU's Hamirpur centre, inspiring students with his commitment to lifelong learning. Having started his education while working in the Forest Department since 1972, Ram retired in 2010 with 26 degrees and has since added more. He emphasizes education as a lasting asset and credits his family's support for his academic journey.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (80/100). Lens Score 28/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- ndtv— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- thetribune— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- freepressjournal— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- news18— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a straightforward human-interest story focusing on education and personal achievement without political framing. They highlight the individual's dedication and family support, avoiding political commentary or partisan perspectives. The coverage is consistent across sources, emphasizing inspiration and lifelong learning.
The tone across the articles is positive and encouraging, celebrating Milkhi Ram's academic accomplishments and perseverance. The narrative inspires readers by showcasing dedication to education at an advanced age, with no negative or critical sentiment present.
How 4 sources covered this story
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