When you grow up in a place where dreams often take a backseat to daily survival, it’s easy to lose hope. But some stories remind us that with the right support, even the easiest beginnings can lead to powerful change.
This is the story of Vivek Singh, a young man from Tilpat, Haryana, who dared to dream and found the tools to chase that dream through a learning pod supported by Renukiran Welfare Foundation and ApniPathshala.
A Life Built on Hard Work
Vivek’s family came to Tilpat from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, years ago. His father, in search of work, began labouring in Delhi, lifting iron at a local company. The job is tough and hours long but it puts food on the table.
At home, Vivek’s mother takes care of the household. His eldest brother delivers packages for Flipkart. His other brother is pursuing law. Vivek himself is doing a BA (Bachelor of Arts) from a nearby college.
Money is tight. Time is tighter. But what Vivek had, like many young people in India, was a quiet, persistent dream.
“I want to become a police officer,” he says. “I admire their strength, the way they protect people.”
But between college, part-time jobs, and the pressure to contribute to his family, that dream felt distant.
A Ray of Hope: The Learning Pod That Changed Everything
One day, a friend told Vivek about the Renukiran Welfare Foundation learning pod, a safe community space offering practical training, skill-building, and emotional support to young people like him.
Curious, Vivek enrolled. Through Apni Pathshala’s support, the learning pod gave him more than just knowledge, it gave him confidence.
Here, he learned:
- Basic IT & MS Office
- Typing and Data Entry
- Public Speaking & Teamwork
- Group Discussions
- Interview Preparation
These weren’t just ‘extra skills’, they were bridges to opportunity.
From Classroom to Career
With new confidence and the right preparation, Vivek applied for a part-time job at RX Infotech Pvt. Ltd.
He cracked the interview.
Today, he juggles his first-year BA classes with a part-time role, earning, learning, and growing every single day. “I never thought I’d manage both college and a job,” Vivek says, smiling. “But now, I do.”
It’s not easy. He travels. He studies. He works. He helps at home. And still, he dreams of the police uniform, of service, of dignity.
His journey is proof that when grassroots education meets a willing learner, change isn’t just possible, it’s unstoppable.
More Than a Student: A Role Model in the Making
Vivek’s story isn’t just about one boy, it’s about what happens when community-driven education meets a determined heart.
Learning pods like the one at Renukiran Welfare Foundation are redefining what education means for young Indians. They go beyond textbooks. They offer real-life skills, emotional support, and a space where kids feel seen, heard, and hopeful.
Vivek’s success has inspired others in his locality. Younger kids look up to him. Families see what’s possible. He’s not just chasing his dreams anymore, he’s becoming a reason others start dreaming too.
Why Stories Like Vivek’s Matter
In a country where millions of children face barriers to basic opportunities, learning pods are game-changers. They bring education closer to the community, to the streets, to the homes where dreams are often silenced.
Vivek’s journey is not about privilege. It’s about possibility.
It’s about what happens when someone believes in you—and gives you tools to believe in yourself.
About Apni Pathshala- And How You Can Be a Part of It
At ApniPathshala, we believe that real change begins in the heart of a community. Through learning pods like the one at Renukiran Welfare Foundation, we support children and youth who are full of dreams but lack the means. We don’t just teach—we listen, we guide, and we grow with them.
Vivek’s story is just one of many. There are thousands more waiting for someone to believe in them.
You can be that someone.
Join hands with ApniPathshala and help us build a future where every child gets a fair chance to learn, grow, and rise.Contact ApniPathshala to get involved today.
