migrant labourers

Forced to leave their villages in search of a better life, migrant families in Bengaluru’s slums often struggle to educate their children. Proud Indian, an NGO, is bridging this gap with innovative education initiatives and art programmes that empower kids to dream beyond survival.

Before heading to work, Sub-Inspector Shanthappa Jademmanavr teaches students for almost two hours every day.

“There are many things that were beyond our control. But when it came to bringing a smile on their faces, we knew we had the resources."

“In situations like these, it’s important to help each other. We can truly overcome such adversity only as a community. By offering my services, I was being a responsible citizen and doing my duty, as well as earning some money.”

They received no support to come back, nor did they have any money. Once the lockdown ends, many may not go back. The fear of being left alone to fend for themselves in a distant land has scarred them.

The news nowadays is full of stories about people struggling all over the country in many ways. Fortunately, there are some things you can do right now to help during this crisis without leaving your home.

Meet the officer from Pune who has been working round the clock to help stuck migrant labourers across the country.

“I appeal to more hoteliers to provide their set up to carry out such operations. It may not mean much for you to hand over a packet to someone in need, but for them, it may be the only hot meal they eat that day,” says Dhruv. #hungerheroes #coronawarriors

The images of the migrant workers and the needy, left a deep imprint on Amritesh. “All the pictures we saw of people walking without any access to food was one of the triggers that led us to brainstorm on how we can help.”

"We found vagrant kids working in fishing factories, scrap yards, chai shops, shoe polish stalls and even as domestic help or ragpickers. We brought them together and sat them in a class."