Lakshmi Atul

• Kerala

• A Brief about yourself and how you describe your own Personality and Persona.

I define myself as an independent, optimist, hardworking and confident person who makes the best out of everything. I believe in maintaining a perfect balance between my professional and personal life and give my 200% to whatever I do.

• Your Achievements that makes you feel high.

I have always been a meritorious student. The achievements which make me feel high include being a second rank holder for B. Tech in Civil Engineering and Gold Medal winner for M. Tech in Traffic Engineering and Transportation planning. I have an ASNT Level III certification in Liquid Penetrant Testing and Magnetic Particle Testing. I have also been a part of projects which were selected for Oscars and various international recognitions.

• Define the true beauty.

I strongly believe that Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. For me true beauty is not defined by your age or body statistics, it is all about being confident and comfortable in the skin you are in.

• What makes a complete, healthy and happy family for you?

A family which lives together, works together, eats together and shares the littlest joys, sorrows, love and respect, in my opinion is a complete, healthy and happy family.

• What is your favourite Idea of Holidaying?

My favorite idea of holidaying is to bring my family together to enjoy irrespective of the destination and time.

• Why you are participating in Mrs India Queen of Substance?

Mrs India Queen of Substance stands for Beauty, Talent, Intelligence and Compassion and I believe I personify these adjectives perfectly. I enjoy keeping a balance between my personal and professional life all while fulfilling my social commitments and being a responsible citizen of our country.

• What bothers you most about what is happening in the country today?

I am most bothered about the corruption issue which has its roots deep in the economy of our country. But what irks me the most is the stand of the people in our country who knowingly or unknowingly become a part of this vicious circle and never take a stand to eradicate it from our society completely. It is thus important that we keep our eyes and ears open and fight against the injustice, know our rights and work together to make our nation corruption free.

• The Quote or saying that encourages you?

Quote that encourages me - “There are 3C’s of Life: Choices, Chances and Changes. You must make a choice to take a chance or your life will never change.”

• What is true “Sportsmanship” for you?

For me “Sportsmanship” is giving your 100% to whatever you do irrespective of winning or losing because true winner is the one who is never disheartened with small defeats but picks themselves up everytime to achieve the goal that lies ahead.

• If you were selected as a Charity Ambassador what Value addition would you like to make for our Society and how?

If I were to be chosen as a Charity Ambassador, I would like to work for the underprivileged in the society. I have always been vocal on social issues and been a part of many social vigils in and around our society. I also look forward to teach the poor children who don’t have enough resources to go to schools for I believe, education is the only way to empower our future generations.