She left a cushy job at Cisco. Cracked UPSC with AIR 6. And now? She’s transforming lives on the Indo-China border. Vishakha Yadav had it all — an engineering degree from DTU, a high-paying tech job in Bangalore, and a comfortable life ahead. But something within her said, “This isn’t enough.” She quit. She dreamed bigger. And she made it. Today, as an IAS officer posted in Arunachal Pradesh’s remote Kurung Kumey district, she’s proving what true nation-building looks like. Her brainchild, Project DIGIKAKSHA, a bold vision for a digitally empowered, self-reliant community. Her project brings digital classrooms to tribal kids, builds reliable internet connectivity, and equips villagers with tech tools for agriculture, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. In a region long isolated by geography, Vishakha is creating bridges through technology, education, and sustainable development. For this innovative leadership, she won the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2024 under the Innovation – District category. From Cisco to Civil Services. Vishakha’s story isn’t just inspiring—it’s a blueprint for purpose-driven leadership. #vishakhayadav #projectdigikaksha #iasofficer #digitalindia #arunachalpradesh #innovation #upsc [IAS Officer Vishakha Yadav, Project DIGIKAKSHA, Digital transformation, Arunachal Pradesh, Innovation]