Archana was the child of a mixed marriage. Her mother was Bengali, while her father was from Bihar. The union of these two different cultures didn’t last long, though. Soon after Archana’s birth, her parents got divorced, and the mother and child were left to fend for themselves. Then at the young age of 10, […]
How Mangesh Became a Dedicated Student
It was 2018, a half-day at school because of Shravani Somvar, a religious festival celebrated in Maharashtra. Around 11.30, after school got over, I had gone to the bank to open an account for one of my students, and was filling out the form when I heard someone call my name. Turning around, I saw […]
Even without Hostels, Students Remain in School
The Balrakshak movement in Maharashtra is rapidly gaining ground. A “Balrakshak” is a teacher who has volunteered to ensure that no children in their area remain out of school. Volunteers are trained to identify such children, make home visits, and follow up to ensure school attendance. Jagdish Kude, Headmaster of Shriramtanda Zilla Parishad School, Mantha […]