Field Diaries
Alumni Stories
Real journeys, real voices, and real experiences from the communities we serve.
From Rural Maharashtra to a Global Future Sandesh’s Academic Flight
Sandesh Rathod’s story begins in Vasantwadi Tanda, a nomadic settlement in Washim district — and leads all the way to the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. Born into a family of migratory labourers working in sugarcane fields, Sandesh grew up amidst movement, uncertainty, and hardship.
Yet, through resilience, relentless curiosity, and transformative mentorship, he carved a path that now inspires thousands of first-generation learners.
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From the small village of Sawar in Maharashtra’s Yavatmal district to the prestigious Urban Fellowship Program (UFP) at the Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), Bengaluru,
Shital Sangewar’s journey is a powerful story of resilience, courage, and upward mobility.
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From a rural village in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar to one of Maharashtra’s most prestigious fellowships, Pratiksha Jadhav’s journey is a story of grit, courage, and transformation
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In the remote village of Umari in Maharashtra’s Yavatmal district, where girls’ education is often overshadowed by tradition and financial hardship, Ekta Rathod’s story emerges as a powerful reminder of resilience, hope, and determination.
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Kiran Kurmawar was born in Regunta, a small village in the tribal district of Gadchiroli,
Maharashtra. Her parents worked tirelessly to run their household, and though they had
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Sandesh Rathod’s story begins in Vasantwadi Tanda, a nomadic settlement in Washim district — and leads all the way to the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.
- 3 Min Read
This single line captures the essence of Azhar Nadaf’s early journey — a path that began with introspection and gradually transformed into a mission rooted in justice and inclusion.