'Cried day before pre-boards': CBSE Class 10 topper Gunnika Khurana turned anxiety into success

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) declared the Class 10th result on April 15, 2026, a day that once again brought the familiar rush of anxiety, anticipation, and constantly refreshing screens. Among the toppers was Gunnika Khurana, who secured 99.6% and spoke about a journey shaped more by consistency and calm than pressure. From early preparation in grade nine to moments of pre-board anxiety, her story reflects discipline, self-belief, and quiet resilience behind a near-perfect score.