Parveen Kaswan, an Indian Forest Service officer, shared an archival image of his family’s first-ever flight, which grabbed attention on social media for its emotional message. Kaswan, a graduate of the Indian Institute of Science, posted a picture of his parents at the airport getting ready to board the plane.
He explained that while it took him 23 years to take his first flight, his parents had to wait 55 years to experience theirs. The emotional post quickly went viral and sparked widespread discussion on social media.
The picture shows his mother, dressed in bright pink traditional clothing, walking alongside her father, who is wearing a dark jacket and trousers and carrying a bag. The couple is seen heading towards the mobile staircase leading to the IndiGo plane.
The image was shared with the caption: “It took me 23 years to reach my first flight. Parents waited 55. Some photos are special. From the archives of 2019.”
Reaction on social networks
The post drew heartfelt reactions from users online.
One user wrote, “I took my first flight in 2024 from Jaipur to Kolkata. Now I am thinking of booking flights for my father. One day God will fulfill my wish.”
Another said: “Blessed are those who take their parents on their first flight. Privileged are those whose parents take them on a flight at a very early age.”
A third user commented, “The joy of giving your parents everything you’ve been deprived of is truly a blessing.”
A fourth user wrote: “Wow, such a beautiful moment sir! You will definitely remember it. These milestones make everything even more meaningful.”
A fifth user added: “This is how honesty pays you, but the biggest advantage is immense love from people and a peaceful life. Loved this picture. Pranam uncle and aunty.”
Who is Parveen Kaswan?
Kaswan hails from Mirsawali Mer village in Hanumangarh district of Rajasthan. His father’s name is Hansraj Kaswan. Studied B.Tech. in Aeronautical Engineering from Amity University in 2008. In 2012, he secured the 191st rank in the GATE exam, which earned him a scholarship from the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD).
He later completed his Masters in Engineering Design from the Indian Institute of Science. Between 2016 and 2018, he also obtained a master’s degree in forestry at the Forestry Research Institute.
UPSC route
Kaswan secured 81st rank in 2015 UPSC exam. In various interviews, he has spoken about the challenges involved in clearing the IFS exam, noting that its cut-off is often higher than that of many other civil services.
