'Got Into The Finest DU College, But Parents Say No Due to Pollution': Chandigarh Student’s Viral Reddit Post

Trending News: A Reddit post by a Chandigarh student resonated an emotion with many, as he explained how, after getting admission to one of Delhi University's finest colleges, his parents are now refusing to let him travel, citing concerns over the city's pollution. The Reddit user, @TurnoverWeak9601, posted his emotional experience on the social media platform. Titled "I got into Hansraj College, but my parents don't want to send me due to Delhi's pollution." Feeling helpless", the post described the immense effort and emotional struggles he went through to secure this opportunity.

Student expresses his disappointment

"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," said the student from Chandigarh.

"My dreams are getting crushed"

"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," the student added.

Social media users react

The post received several responses, most of which expressed empathy and dissatisfaction with the situation. One commenter advised, "Explain them that getting into it and wasting that opportunity would be stupidity." Another said, "If this is their excuse for not sending you to college, they better be rich and not expect you to get a job!"

The third user added, "Bro, you're going to miss out on a lot if you don't come here... I agree pollution is a major problem, but it’s only bad for about three months. Just look at the AQI now." Another said, "Seize the opportunity. No excuses." One user even remarked, "This doesn’t even make any sense."