शीर्षक: "रिम के ऊपर"

                                                                      PRERNA

 Rajesh was only 12 years old when he decided to start a school for poor children who could not afford to attend school. He had seen the plight of many kids in his slum who had to work as ragpickers, beggars, or domestic helpers to survive. He wanted to give them a chance to learn and have a better future.

He started with a small group of five children who met under a tree every evening. He taught them basic reading, writing, and arithmetic using old books and newspapers that he collected from the streets. He also gave them some snacks and water that he bought with his meager earnings from selling flowers at the traffic signals.

Soon, his school grew as more children joined him. He rented a small room in a nearby building and arranged for some benches and blackboards. He also hired two more teachers who were willing to work for a low salary. He named his school “Prerna” which means inspiration in Hindi.

Rajesh’s school provided free education, medical care, dress, food, and other facilities to the poor children. He also organized various activities like sports, music, art, and drama to nurture their talents and confidence. He received some donations from local NGOs and well-wishers who appreciated his noble initiative.

However, things changed when the Covid-19 pandemic hit the country in 2020. The lockdown imposed by the government forced Rajesh to close his school temporarily. He tried to continue teaching online using his smartphone, but many of his students did not have access to the internet or devices. He also faced a shortage of funds as the donations dried up due to the economic crisis.

Rajesh did not give up hope. He started a crowdfunding campaign on social media to raise money for his school. He also appealed to the government and other organizations to provide relief and support to his students and their families. He distributed masks, sanitizers, food packets, and books among them whenever he could.

He also contacted some celebrities and influencers who agreed to promote his cause and spread awareness about his school. He received a lot of positive feedback and encouragement from people across the country and abroad. He even got a chance to speak at a TEDx event where he shared his inspiring story.

Rajesh’s efforts paid off as he managed to collect enough funds to reopen his school in 2023. He followed all the safety protocols and guidelines issued by the authorities. He welcomed back his students with joy and enthusiasm. He also enrolled some new students who had dropped out of school due to the pandemic.

Rajesh’s school is now a beacon of hope and inspiration for many poor children who dream of a better life. Rajesh is proud of his achievement and grateful for all the support he has received. He plans to expand his school and reach out to more children in need. He believes that education is the key to empowerment and change.