Nirmal
Nirmal* is a 15-year-old youth. After losing parental care at a young age, he was brought up by his sister. Struggling with focus in studies, he dropped out of school in class IV. In 2021, his extended family was welcomed as part of the Kinship Care programme, under which Nirmal took up schooling, once again. Prior to admission, the young boy had to undergo an assessment and attend prep-school, post which he was admitted in class VIII. “I had actually lost hope, and accepted that this was going to be my life. This programme changed my life. I understood that one could change one’s destiny. All that is needed is hard work, determination and timely support. I feel liberated, just like a bird taking flight. I can dream again.” Sessions on soft and life skills have helped Nirmal enhance his communication skills, including interpersonal skills and his overall personality. “I have started learning English, online and I am loving it.” Besides academics, Nirmal is talented in sports too, having won many prizes in multiple disciplines. Reminiscing about the past, Nirmal mentions the importance of education, and never giving-up in life. He is determined to study hard, make a life for himself, and, thereby, help others too.
