IAS Dr. Hari Om Podcast with Vijit Singh

In this deeply inspiring and soul-touching episode, IAS Dr. Hari Om sits down with Vijit Singh to share the untold story of his remarkable life. From humble beginnings in a small village to becoming one of India's most respected civil servants, Dr. Hari Om opens up like never before.

What You'll Discover in This Podcast:

Childhood & Village Life :
Dr. Hari Om reflects on his early days growing up in a modest village, the simplicity of rural life, the struggles, and how those formative years shaped his values and determination.

Student Life in Allahabad :
He takes us through his graduation years in Allahabad University, his academic journey, and the vibrant student atmosphere that influenced his thinking and future path.

JNU Days – PG & M.Phil :
Get an insider view of his intellectually enriching experience at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) — where he pursued post-graduation and M.Phil, and how the  academic environment helped refine his vision and voice.

UPSC Preparations – Failures & Triumphs :
An honest and motivating segment where Dr. Hari Om speaks candidly about the emotional and academic rollercoaster of UPSC prep, his failures, the lessons he learned, and eventually cracking one of the toughest exams in India.

Life at LBSNAA – IAS Training Days :
He shares exciting stories from his time at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie — the intense training, friendships, discipline, and experiences that shaped him as a civil servant.

The Poet Within – Ghazals & Shayari :
On special request by the host Vijit Singh, Dr. Hari Om beautifully recites his original ghazals and shayari. A rare glimpse into the artistic side of a bureaucrat, blending deep emotion with literary brilliance.

Unrevealed Facts & Behind-the-Scenes Moments :
Hear never-before-shared anecdotes, turning points in his life, and philosophies that continue to guide his journey as an IAS officer and a poet.

Whether you're a UPSC aspirant, a literature lover, or simply someone looking for inspiration — this podcast is packed with wisdom, emotion, and real-life lessons.

About Vijit Singh :
Vijit Singh is an Indian Director, Writer, Actor, Show host and Storyteller. He is popularly known as 'Musafir Kissonwala' for his unique style of Storytelling.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Precap
• 6:34 Introduction by Vijit Singh
• 12:19 IAS Dr. Hari Om Childhood days in his village
• 24:44 Graduation days in Allahabad
• 38:18 Personality reformation in JNU
• 49:58 Motivation for cracking UPSC in JNU
• 54:22 Hindi Language helped in cracking UPSC
• 56:40 IAS Dr. Hari Om informed his family that he got selected in IAS
• 59:07 Featured on cover page of Pratiyogita Darpan as UPSC Topper
• 1:01:40 Teacher came to meet IAS Dr. Hari Om in his office
• 1:05:09 Incredible experience of IAS training in LBSNAA
• 1:29:33 First posting as IAS and Phd in Rudraprayag
• 1:32:33 Marriage with Malvika Hari Om
• 1:34:15 Favourite district as District Magistrate
• 1:37:00 How family of an IAS officer suffers due to frequent transfers
• 1:47:00 IAS Dr. Hari Om journey as a writer & poet
• 1:55:17 First Failure
• 1:58:47 First letter
• 2:00:54 First Vehicle
• 2:04:36 First Friend
• 2:08:12 First Income
• 2:10:03 First Foreign trip
• 2:15:12 First film in Cinema hall
• 2:16:28 First Mobile phone
• 2:18:33 Why senior citizens are moving towards Old Age Home
• 2:30:34 IAS Dr. Hari Om take on destiny
• 2:36:25 Plan B in UPSC preparation
• 2:40:38 Social media distraction in youths
• 2:45:40 Tips for UPSC aspirants
• 2:51:31 IAS Dr. Hari Om views about the show
• 2:52:53 Shayari by IAS Dr. Hari Om
• 2:55:12 Ghazal by IAS Dr. Hari Om :