Thrisha's journey as a student was marked by numerous challenges. She lost her father when she was in the third grade, placing immense pressure on her mother, Hemalatha, to provide for Thrisha and her brother. Hemalatha took loans from vendors to support the family and to fund her son's college education until she secured a job as an attendant at Infosys in Mangalore. 

With a fixed monthly income, the family's financial situation stabilized. Hemalatha's job at Infosys is more than just employment; it represents hope and opportunity. Her perseverance and hard work have ensured a steady income, enabling the family to overcome difficult times and pursue their dreams. Despite her own challenges, Hemalatha has been an inspiration to Thrisha, embodying resilience and determination.

The family's situation further improved when Thrisha was admitted to JNV Dakshina Kannada, where she received free schooling throughout high school. Thrisha was determined to support her family and just needed guidance towards a suitable career path.

With the support of The Infosys Foundation, Avanti Fellows began a test prep program at Thrisha’s school where she learned about opportunities in competitive examinations like JEE and NEET. With a clear understanding of her strengths and a passion for joining ISRO, she prepared for the JEE examination. Supported by her teachers, Thrisha scored 91.5 percentile with a category rank of 41,694.

Thrisha's hard work earned her a place at R.V. College of Engineering, Bangalore, where she is pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering. This achievement brings her closer to her dream of working with ISRO and contributing to India's space exploration. Thrisha's story is particularly inspiring because of the shared ambition between mother and daughter. Hemalatha dedicates herself to her work at Infosys, while Thrisha diligently pursues her engineering career, driven by the desire to support her family, especially her mother, who selflessly provided the opportunities and resources Thrisha needed to follow her passions.