Career guide Vivek Velankar is a name synonymous with grassroots educational reform, insightful career guidance, and RTI activism in Maharashtra. With over 15 years of experience in the tech and industrial sectors in India and the US.  In this in-depth interview with mid-day, Velankar speaks on the confusion students face post-10th and 12th.

Students often respond vaguely to “What next after 10th or 12th?” Why does this happen, and how can it be addressed?
Velankar: The most common answer I hear is, “Let’s see after the results.” That’s the core issue. Students and parents wait for marks before choosing a career path, putting the cart before the horse. Career decisions should come first; marks can then guide where within that field to apply.