A Direction I Chose to Walk

This is not just an idea. It is something I feel deeply responsible for.

I did my schooling at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya. When I was in Class 12, I met many parents who wanted the best education for their children. But because of just a few marks, their children could not get admission to Navodaya.

I still remember their words. They told me they could not afford the high fees of private schools, and the seats in Navodaya and Kendriya Vidyalaya were limited.

At that time, I had no answers. I was just a student, quietly listening to their words. But their voices never really left me. Over time, I realised this wasn’t something I could walk away from. I had to do something for these children.

After I quit banking, I thought it was time to do something for those children as well. One intention I carry deeply within me is to build schools all across India where quality education is not limited by high fees or privilege, but is accessible to those who truly deserve it. A place where no child is left behind because they can’t afford an education.

There are countless children with potential, curiosity, and the willingness to learn, yet they are held back simply because access is expensive.

I may not have everything figured out yet. But I know this is a direction I want to walk in with sincerity, patience and commitment.

The Ram Narayan Foundation started by Vineet Tripathi in memory of his nanaji.
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