This is a true story of an academician, researcher, administrator and a technocrat; holding high offices like Vice chancellor, Advisor to Govt in Central and State ministries; chairing policy deciding committees in statutory, academic and administrative bodies related to medical education, drug industry, health services and alike. The story gives an account of his struggle with a system governed by careless bureaucrats, selfish politicians, money greedy education barons; luring the budding youth with false promises of bright career. The account of this journey will serve as a guide for youth looking for bright career in any field.