Describing Rohit as a role model for youngsters, Dikshit said he has proved that one can excel in life through hard work and dedication, notwithstanding economic background.
"I congratulate him for his sucess. He is a role model for the youngsters as he succeeded despite having a " Dikshit said.
Gupta, a resident of Mandawali area of east Delhi, secured 1,826th position in the general category of the IIT-JEE, results of which was announced yesterday.