Lal Chand Godara completes Master's degree at age 85

Lal Chand Godara, an 85-year-old former soldier from Sirsa, Haryana, has completed a Master of Arts degree through the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU).

Godara’s academic journey began at age 76, motivated by questions from his grandchildren. After completing his graduation at age 81 in 2023, he has now finished his Master’s degree. His previous career included service in the Army and working as a Yard Master for the Haryana Transport Department. Following his retirement in 2002, he also participated in masters athletics. Godara expressed that his goal is to eventually pursue a PhD or a law degree, noting that education serves to broaden one's outlook.