Education

I come from a very small village where my father, a farmer, is the only earning member of our family. Every day, my parents struggle to make sure that nothing stops my sister and me from getting an education. Despite the hardships, my father firmly believes that education has the power to change our lives. I am proud of him and grateful for his sacrifices. His unwavering support motivates me to work hard and make him proud. One day, I dream of becoming a doctor so that I can help people in need and give back to my community. With the support of Sanvedana NGO, I am now studying in Class 3 at the age of 8, taking steps toward a brighter and more promising future.

Growing up as a girl in my family has not been easy. Our relatives often make us feel like a burden, believing that a girl’s only purpose in life is to get married. But my parents never let me feel that way. No matter how difficult things get, they remind me that marriage is just a part of life, not its purpose. My parents are my heroes. I have seen them fight against the stereotypes that try to limit us. Even when there is little food at home, they sacrifice their share so that I can eat. They work hard, often late into the night, just to make sure I have a bright future. With the support of Sanvedana NGO, I am now in Class 2, at the age of 7, receiving an education that will help me chase my dreams and build a life beyond the expectations placed on me.

Khushi has never known the warmth of parental love and care. Growing up without parents felt like walking through a storm without shelter. However, she found strength in her grandmother, who became her guardian and greatest source of support after she lost her parents. Her grandmother often shares stories of Khushi’s parents—how they were highly educated and built successful careers. Despite financial struggles, she always prioritized Khushi’s education, saving whatever little she could to ensure a brighter future for her granddaughter. Now studying in Class 6, Khushi dreams of continuing her education and making her family proud. With the support of Sanvedana NGO’s education initiative, she is overcoming life’s challenges and moving closer to achieving her dreams. Though they belong to different generations, her grandmother listens, understands, and supports her unconditionally. Thanks to Sanvedana NGO, Khushi now has the opportunity to pursue her education and build a better future for herself and her community.

My father used to sell vegetables, but when the pandemic hit, everything shut down, and he lost his income. Things became so difficult that we had to eat only once a day to make the food last longer. School was also closed, and I started to lose hope of ever continuing my studies. Then one day, Teacher Ji visited our home and told us that classes would now be held in the village temple. Only 8-10 children could attend at a time, and everyone had to wear masks. At a time when I was ready to give up, my teacher’s visit and these small classes became my ray of hope. Now, the school has reopened, and my father has returned to work. With the support of Sanvedana NGO, I am studying in Class 4 at the age of 9, working hard to achieve my dreams and create a better future.