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Education
Class‑Six Student Payal Dixit Gets One‑Day Experience as District Magistrate
✍️ India Today
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 01:46 PM
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Payal Dixit, a farmer's daughter in class six, dreamed of becoming an IAS officer and was recently given a one‑day stint as District Magistrate, a move that has drawn national attention.
Payal Dixit, a 12‑year‑old from a farming family, has long aspired to join the Indian Administrative Service after she entered class six.
In a surprising gesture by the district administration, she was given a one‑day stint as District Magistrate, allowing her to experience the responsibilities of the role.
During her day, Payal attended meetings, reviewed case files, and met with officials, gaining firsthand insight into governance.
The initiative, aimed at inspiring young students, was covered by national media and has sparked discussions about experiential learning in schools.
In a surprising gesture by the district administration, she was given a one‑day stint as District Magistrate, allowing her to experience the responsibilities of the role.
During her day, Payal attended meetings, reviewed case files, and met with officials, gaining firsthand insight into governance.
The initiative, aimed at inspiring young students, was covered by national media and has sparked discussions about experiential learning in schools.