His personal journey highlights the struggles of marginalised students in  Nepal’s higher education system. After qualifying under government provisions for disadvantaged candidates, he was denied admission by Kathmandu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) Medical School,leading him to take legal actions, a case that set a legal precedent for inclusion in medical education.

Despite this challenge, Dr Ram went on to earn his medical degree from National Medical College and Teaching Hospital in Birgunj , solidifying his role as a changemaker in healthcare accessibility.