In a world where excuses come easy, Latheesha Ansari chose courage over comfort. Born with brittle bone disease and later battling pulmonary hypertension, Latheesha’s life was a constant test of endurance. But even as her bones fractured more than a thousand times, her dreams stayed unbroken.
A Childhood of Challenges, a Heart Full of Dreams
Confined to a wheelchair and unable to walk, Latheesha was carried to school and college by her devoted father. Despite her fragile health, she excelled academically, became a talented painter, and played the keyboard beautifully. Her ultimate dream? To become a civil servant and serve society.
A Moment That Inspired a Nation
In 2019, while depending on oxygen support round the clock, Latheesha took the UPSC exam. Her family carried her oxygen cylinder to the examination hall. With the soft hiss of the machine beside her, she filled her answer sheet with determination. For Latheesha, the oxygen cylinder was not a symbol of weakness but of strength and willpower.
Her Final Brave Victory
Even in her last days, Latheesha’s spirit never wavered. Just a week before her passing, she made one last request—to stand up, something she had never done on her own. Her father held her as she stood for two hours, fulfilling her lifelong wish.
Latheesha passed away on June 16, 2021, at just 27 years old, leaving behind a legacy of resilience that transcends illness and circumstance.
Why Her Story Matters
Latheesha’s life reminds us that our bodies may set limits, but our minds can break barriers. When students feel overwhelmed by exams or life’s pressures, her story stands as a shining example of courage, perseverance, and hope.
She did not have easy breaths, but she had big dreams.
She did not have strong legs, but she had a strong will.