Awanish Kumar was born on January 20, 1981, in Kevata, Samastipur District, Bihar, India. Awanish Kumar is an inspiring figure known for his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a respected Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer. His early education was marked by challenges, with below-average scores in his academic pursuits. Despite these hurdles, he demonstrated remarkable determination and resilience, ultimately achieving success in the highly competitive UPSC exams. His career began as an assistant collector in Chhattisgarh in 2011 and has since included various significant roles such as district magistrate and municipal commissioner. Awanish Kumar is also a dedicated family man with two daughters, Vedika and Kritika, and he actively promotes the use of government facilities to set an example for others.