Overview

• The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education announced the 2025 HS exam results on May 7, with Tushar Debnath from Cooch Behar securing the second position statewide with 496 marks.
• Hooghly district emerged as a standout performer, contributing 14 students to the top 10 state merit list, with Rajarshi Adhikary of Arambagh High School ranking third with 495 marks.
• Mahendra Nath Higher Secondary School in Cooch Behar celebrated three top scorers: Oishiki Das (493 marks), Kristi Sarkar, and Lina Das (both scoring 490).
• Many high achievers overcame significant financial challenges, including Tushar Debnath, the son of a vegetable vendor, and Mou Kundu from Siliguri, whose father earns ₹9,000 a month.
• Visually impaired students like Kon Singha and Satya Roy also excelled, demonstrating resilience and determination to pursue higher education despite their disabilities.