It disturbed me deeply. Wanting to help in whatever small way I could, I spoke with a few parents to understand their challenges. As a gesture of support, I offered the children books and clothes—just something to bring a little joy, and to show that someone cared.

After returning home, I didn’t want to lose touch. So, I began calling the families regularly, encouraging the kids to take school seriously and trying to motivate them from afar. But when I returned to the village three years later, I was heartbroken to find that very little had changed. Despite my efforts, their lives were still the same.

It was during this second visit that I had a realization: momentary support might lift spirits for a short while, but it doesn’t create lasting change. What these children really needed was consistent mentorship, someone to guide them and believe in their potential over time. That realization shifted my thinking from short-term help to long-term impact.
Driven by this thought, I began exploring better educational opportunities. After some searching and discussions, I connected with Vidya Rohini English Medium School in Buttaigudem. The school showed promise—not just as a place for learning, but as a potential hub for children from nearby villages. I saw in it a chance to build something meaningful, something that could slowly but surely pull these kids out of generational cycles of poverty and labor.
What started as a simple visit to my grandfather’s village has now become a personal mission. There’s a long way to go, but every step forward gives me hope.