Gourishankar Bahuleyan
Flight Instructor, Mach1 Aviation Academy
My journey began within the walls of Divine Public School, a place that quietly shaped me in ways I only began to understand much later in life. Those years were more than a routine of classes and exams — they were a series of moments, subtle yet powerful, that laid the groundwork for the person I would eventually become.
There was a certain rhythm to life at Divine — the early morning bells, the sound of pages turning during quiet study hours, the buzz of energy in the corridors between periods. The atmosphere was one of quiet discipline, balanced with a sense of freedom to explore and express. It was here that I learned the value of persistence, the importance of preparation, and the quiet strength of self-belief.
Academics, while central, were only one part of the experience. It was everything else — the camaraderie with classmates, the balance of structure and spontaneity, the opportunities to participate, to lead, to fail and try again — that gave those years their true weight. Without realizing it, I was being prepared not just to pass exams, but to face challenges, adapt under pressure, and continue striving forward, no matter the circumstances.
As time moved on and I stepped into higher studies, the lessons from school continued to echo — in lecture halls, during sleepless study nights, and later, in moments of critical decision-making. Eventually, with continued dedication and hard work, I completed my degree in Aeronautical Engineering and went on to become a commercial pilot — a career that has brought immense fulfillment and pride.
Even today, I often find myself reflecting on those foundational years at Divine Public School. The values I absorbed, the habits I formed, and the mindset I cultivated there continue to serve me every day. It wasn’t any single moment, but rather the quiet accumulation of many, that carried me to where I am now — and for that, I hold my school days close with lasting gratitude.
