Saraswati’s Hard Work Pays Off: Becomes Second Topper in Pali District

For nearly two years, she stayed away from formal education, engaged in household and farm work. Yet the desire to study and build a better future never faded. During this period, she learned about the Pragrati Camp run by the NGO ‘Educate Girls’ in her village. She shared her feelings with the inspiring camp facilitator, Dhnaki Devi, who spoke to her parents and motivated the family to support Saraswati’s return to studies.

In 2024, Saraswati enrolled in the Rajasthan State Open School. She began attending the Pragrati Camp regularly, dedicating nearly three hours daily to studies. Beyond academics, the camp provided her with essential life skills and digital literacy training, significantly boosting her confidence.

Balancing studies with household responsibilities was never easy. She continued to help her family in farming and daily chores while carving out time for her books. Her consistent effort and discipline during this period reflected her unwavering commitment.

When the Rajasthan State Open School Class 10 results were announced, Saraswati’s perseverance bore fruit. Scoring 78 percent, she secured the second position in Pali district. In recognition of her district-level achievement, she has been selected for the prestigious ‘Meera Award’.

The news brought immense joy to her family and the entire village. Saraswati’s success has become a beacon of hope, inspiring several other girls in the village to re-enrol and resume their education.

The ‘Educate Girls’ organisation had invited her to attend its 18th Foundation Day celebration in Mumbai, but family circumstances prevented her from travelling. She was, however, felicitated at the convocation ceremony held in Pali.

Currently, Saraswati has enrolled in Class 12 and is pursuing her studies with the same dedication. Her dream is to become a teacher and secure a government job so she can uplift her family and contribute to society.

Saraswati’s journey stands as a powerful example of how determination, timely support, and access to education can help a girl break barriers in rural India. Her story reminds us that even in the face of adversity, consistent effort and the right guidance can transform lives.

Her achievement not only brings pride to her village but also underscores the importance of organisations like ‘Educate Girls’ that work tirelessly to bring dropout girls back to education. In a region where many girls still face similar challenges, Saraswati has shown that with courage and hard work, dreams are indeed achievable.