ELC

Lighting the Way: Yasar’s Inspirational Return to Learning
Yasar Bastawala, a 35-year-old electrician from Juhapura, Gujarat, carries with him the memories of a difficult past. After the devastating earthquake that struck Gujarat in 2001, financial hardships forced him to leave school in Grade 9, putting his dreams on hold. Years passed, and life became a series of routine struggles. But a chance encounter changed everything—Yasar learned about Masoom’s Juhapura Evening

Deepali’s Story: A Journey of Hope, Determination, and Renewal
Deepali, a 32-year-old resident from Goregaon East, Mumbai, embodies the spirit of resilience. Life dealt her a series of challenges early on, with the loss of both parents forcing her to step into adulthood sooner than she was ready. Family responsibilities took precedence, and Deepali had to set aside her dreams of completing her education.