Aman Finds His Drive

Aman Finds His Drive

Apr 25, 2025 | Pratham

Aman* is a 12-year-old boy from a hardworking family living in Turbhe. His father is a truck driver who is often away, and his mother works as a housekeeper to care for their home. Aman has two older sisters and a younger baby brother. With limited resources and many...
A Confident Step Forward

A Confident Step Forward

Apr 25, 2025 | Pratham

Aarfa* is a 14-year-old girl living in Turbhe with her parents and two brothers. Originally from Patna, her family moved to the city in search of better opportunities. Aarfa’s early education was disrupted when she spent a few years in her village, leading to a...
Arman’s Journey to Learning and Confidence

Arman’s Journey to Learning and Confidence

Mar 6, 2025 | Pratham, Stories

Arman*, an 11-year-old boy, moved to Mumbai with his family from Rajasthan in search of better opportunities. The transition was difficult, and adjusting to life in a big city was not easy for him. He struggled in school, lacked confidence, and found it hard to keep...
Aarif’s Journey from Isolation to Education

Aarif’s Journey from Isolation to Education

Mar 6, 2025 | Pratham, Stories

Aarif*, an 11-year-old boy, faced many struggles in his early years. His family originally lived in Kolkata, but his father took his mother, Alia*, to Mumbai and forced her into the sex trade in the Ghatkopar red-light area. Aarif lived with his parents and...
Omi’s Journey to Confidence and Learning

Omi’s Journey to Confidence and Learning

Mar 6, 2025 | Pratham, Stories

Omi*, a six-year-old boy, moved to Mumbai with his family from Bihar in search of better opportunities. His father works as a driver in a construction company, while his mother takes care of the home. He has three siblings, and life at home is quiet, as his father...
An opportunity to Persevere

An opportunity to Persevere

Sep 25, 2022 | Pratham, Stories

As it is said, “there are always periodic opportunities to give up, while every single moment is an opportunity to persevere”. Neeta, one of our participants from Turbhe is truly a live example of perseverance. Neeta comes from a large family comprising of six...