Jobaaj Stories
Turn your obstacles into opportunities and your problems into possibilities, says Roy T. Bennett.
In this feature of Jobaaj Stories, we bring to you the story of Yogita Raghuvanshi who proves that one can conquer any challenge beyond societal expectations.
Yogita's Dark Phase of Life
In a profession dominated by men, Yogita Raghuvanshi broke stereotypes and became the first female truck driver. She was born in Uttar Pradesh and raised in Nandurbar, Maharashtra. She holds degrees in both commerce and law. Hailing from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, Yogita's remarkable journey spans over 16 years. She cared for her two children while traversing more than half of the United States during this time.
Yogita's spouse owned a transport company. In 2003, her husband passed away. Yogita claims that if she pursued a profession in law, it would have taken her a long time to get money. Yogita needed to make money immediately, so she decided to become a truck driver.
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Yogita's Inspiring Journey
She never imagined herself behind the wheel of a truck. Her life took an unexpected turn when she discovered her husband's occupation.
Truck driving is a risky profession, and Yogita had no prior experience or skills in this field. Undeterred, she faced many obstacles head-on. She also met with disapproval and judgmental comments. Yogita ignored the negativity and focused on developing her strength and confidence. She disapproves of all the criticism about her attire on her path to success. She spent a lot of time driving, struggled with fatigue, and only slept at petrol stations.
Yogita Raghuvanshi emphasizes the need for utmost caution while driving. She acknowledges the potential consequences of even the slightest mistake. Yet, fear and distress have never clouded her driving career. Her fellow drivers supported and welcomed her at dhabas. This helped Yogita to find solace.
She was even recognized in 2013 and was awarded the Mahindra Transport Excellence Award. She also received appreciation from Shell and other oil tycoons. Her efforts paid off because she is now the proprietor of the flourishing company Rajhans Transport. Her longest journey to date was Bhopal-Kerala-Jammu-Jalandhar-Indore-Bhopal in less than 10 days. Yogita stated that she enjoys her job and she would love to cover more areas.
From Tragedy to Triumph
The saying "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade" is, in our opinion, a fitting summary of Yogita Raghuvanshi's life. Overcoming societal judgment and stereotypes, she embarked on a challenging path. Her unwavering determination, resilience, and focus enabled her to achieve her goals. It demonstrates that breaking gender norms and pursuing unconventional careers is possible. The power of will and strength can defy societal expectations.
The life story of Yogita Raghuvanshi serves as an example for many others who face obstacles on their path to success. It shows with determination and self-belief, one can achieve greatness even in the challenges.
