Rahul, Aseema’s youngest guardian

Rahul Kewari studies in Prithvi, Pre-Primary class at Aseema’s Education Centre for Tribal Children in Awalkheda, Igatpuri. He was intrigued by the Montessori materials at the centre and tagged along with his older brother since he was two years old.

A veteran pre-schooler at age 3 years, Rahul takes new students under his wing. Water being a scarcity at home, Rahul loves water activities during Exercises of Practical Life (EPL) sessions. He enjoys crayon drawing and clay activities. “I hear thunder” is Rahul’s favourite English rhyme. He also loves “Pav Bhaji” – a nutritious dish consisting of sprouts, vegetables and bread.

Despite challenging circumstances at home, Rahul comes neatly dressed and regularly to school. He lives in Jambhulwadi, a tribal hamlet in Igatpuri with his parents and older brother. His parents have a small farm, which generates income for four months a year. Rahul’s father used to drive an auto rickshaw to support the family, but has been unable to repair it since several months. Their average monthly income is Rs. 2500. Rahul’s parents are very supportive of their children’s education and encourage them to do well.

Thank you, for sending Rahul to school for an entire year.