The Day It All Started — My BTech Journey Begins | by Sreeja Veeramalla | Oct, 2025
It all began on Raksha Bandhan. I tied rakhi to my brother, hugged my family, and said goodbye to everyone I love with a heavy heart. That day, me, my sister, My Dad, My Mom, Dad’s brother and His wife packed our bags and started a long road trip from Hyderabad to Tamil Nadu.
It wasn’t just a journey; it was a mix of emotions like excitement, nervousness, and a little sadness knowing I’d soon be staying away from home for the first time.
Along the way, we made beautiful memories visiting Salem Bhavani Temple, Madurai Meenakshi Temple, and Kanyakumari. We clicked photos, shared food, and laughed a lot. By the time we reached Nagercoil, the trip had turned into something unforgettable.
After checking into the hotel, I got dressed and headed to my university for the induction program. Had lunch arranged by university. After lunch we went for doucment verification and then hostel allotment.
That evening, when my parents asked me to stay in the hostel to get settled, it suddenly hit me — I was really going to stay here, away from home. My mom cried, and honestly, I did too. I had so many thoughts running through my head. That night, I slept with a heavy heart, missing home already.
The next morning, Mom and Dad brought me breakfast and fruits. We sat together, talking and laughing a little, trying not to cry again. And then came the hardest part saying goodbye. Watching them leave for Hyderabad was one of the toughest moments of my life.
I felt lonely at first, but then I met a few girls in my hostel who later became my close friends. That small comfort made the new place feel a bit like home.
After the inauguration, we had our first official day of college. I was super nervous — new faces everywhere, new classrooms, and when the faculties asked us to introduce ourselves, my heart raced. I’ve always had stage fear, and that moment felt endless. But somehow, I managed to speak.
By the end of the day, the fear slowly turned into excitement. I realized everyone was feeling the same — nervous, shy, but full of hope.
That’s how my first day of BTech life ended — with tears, smiles, and a quiet realization that I was growing up.
Leaving home was hard, but that day taught me that new beginnings often come with courage — and a little bit of faith in yourself.
