IIT Bombay Topper Yogesh Sahu Pursues UPSC Dream on KBC, Rejects Rs 18 LPA Job
Yogesh Sahu, a 23-year-old electrical engineering graduate and IIT Bombay topper from Chhattisgarh, appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18. Despite receiving an 18 lakh per annum campus job offer, he chose to pursue his UPSC dream, supported by his father who earns Rs 20,000 monthly as a driver. Yogesh correctly answered the Rs 50 lakh question using his last lifeline and is set to attempt the Rs 1 crore question in the next episode, inspiring viewers with his dedication and background.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 31/100.
Outlets measured: wion, indianexpress. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 19 Aug, 11:26 am. Other outlets followed.