PW invited parents of M S Dhoni Global School, Hosur to share the names of role models they recommend to their children

“I personally draw immense inspiration from the dedicated life and achievements of India’s ‘rocket woman’ Dr. Ritu Karidhal from small town Lucknow who played a significant role in the country’s critical Mars orbital mission Mangalyaan, Chandrayaan I and Chandrayaan II missions. I invariably mention her name at home so it raises the curiosity of my young daughter R. Jyoshnaa Raju (class II). Today she is her role model” — S. Uma, government high school teacher

“The role model I recommend to my young daughter Mehaboob Zahra K (UKG) to is Indian origin CEO of internet behemoth Google, Sundar Pichai. Despite his modest middle-class upbringing, Pichai’s technology prowess, diligence and courage to succeed has taken him a long way. His inspirational journey and multiple achievements show the endless possibilities that life can bring one’s way. I sincerely hope my daughter is motivated enough to pursue excellence in everything she does” — B. Hassin Sharmeli, homemaker

“Most role models children look up to are their caregivers. For instance my daughter Hasini Raja (class IX) idolizes her father, as she believes he has all the values that any daughter could dream of in an individual. According to her, he is a hardworking person who despite facing unimaginable obstacles in early life continues to persevere to support the family. Caregivers apart, my daughter is also immensely inspired by the late Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, and her school chairman Mr Chandrasekar.” — Dhiravidamani, senior quality analyst, The Lead People

“I believe children’s most important role models should be their grandparents. My father-in-law is extremely well-organised and an excellent planner. He is a calm and composed individual, who analyzes the pros and cons of every situation before taking a decision. My mother-in-law is also adept at prioritising tasks. My son KY.Srinav (class VII) looks up to them for inspiration and follows them” — Y. Swetha, homemaker