A Hearing from Above...

I come from Hugginakere village in Uttara Kannada district, where I received my primary school education. I grew up in a poor family, with my parents and two younger sisters. My parents worked as daily wage laborers.

Since childhood I had a hearing problem and struggled with my speech. The Sri Sathya Sai Gurukulam team that came to my village for screening and selection of needy children, learnt about my problem and visited our home for an assessment.

I was fortunate enough to get selected for the 6th Grade. Not only did I secure a golden opportunity for education, but I was also treated at the Sri Sathya Sai Sarla Memorial hospital in Muddenahalli, and received a hearing aid free of cost.

My life took a dramatic turn for good and there was no looking back. I improved academically and began taking a keen interest in extracurricular activities too. My parents are overjoyed to see the transformation and we feel immensely grateful for this unimaginable opportunity that promises a bright and noble future for me and my family.