Hardships

From crushing rural poverty to the corridors of power, Rajesh Patil's struggles through life and overcoming them to taste success is an incredible account of hard work and persistence.

A native of Salva village in the Mendhar district, Dr Rehana Basheer had never thought that she would pursue civil services as a career option, let alone secure an excellent rank.

These stories will not just inspire you to take the plunge but also serve as a great reminder of the fact that where there is a will, there is always a way!

Managing trustee of Swarga Foundation, Swarnalatha is paving the way for other people with varying forms of disability embrace their impairment and make the best out of their lives too.

Locally known as ‘Pappada Ammumma’ or the Papad granny, Vasumathi has been selling papads for the last 40 years by the roadside at the famous Chalai market.