Meet some of the kids we love
Across Punjab, many of the children connected to Project Help India come from families facing deep hardship — poverty, illness, family breakdown, accidents, emotional trauma, the growing impact of drugs and alcohol within communities and families, and limited access to educational support.
Yet despite these challenges, we continue to see something remarkable:
children who still carry hope, courage, and a desire to learn.
Through our village tuition centres and educational programs, PHI seeks not only to support children academically, but also emotionally, socially, and practically — creating safe places where vulnerable children can be encouraged, nurtured, and given the opportunity to build a brighter future.
This month, we wanted to introduce you to four of the many children whose lives are being impacted through these centres.
Ramandeep’s Story - When One Accident Changes Everything
Ramandeep is a young girl studying in Class 4 who lives with her parents and older brother in Punjab.
Until recently, her family was living a simple but stable life. Her father worked hard each day to support the family, and both children were faithfully attending school and studying at the Katora Centre under the care of teacher Seema Mam.
But everything changed when Ramandeep’s father suffered a serious accident and broke his leg.
Unable to work for more than a month, the family quickly fell into severe financial hardship. Food became scarce, medical expenses increased, and the emotional pressure on the family became overwhelming.
As the stress grew, both children began missing classes regularly.
Concerned about their absence, Seema Mam visited the family home and personally saw the difficult conditions they were now facing.
Despite these hardships, Ramandeep and her brother still desperately want to continue their education and build a better future for themselves.
Sometimes all a struggling family needs is timely support, encouragement, and the reassurance that they are not facing hardship alone.
Ramandeep with her father and brother
Jaspreet’s Story - A Brave Young Girl Facing Daily Pain
Jaspreet is a bright and determined 10-year-old girl studying in Class 5.
Since childhood, she has suffered from a serious ear condition that causes constant pain, fluid discharge, and hearing difficulties. More recently, she has also begun experiencing problems with her eyesight.
The ongoing pain has often made it difficult for her to focus in class, participate fully in activities, or enjoy life like other children her age.
Despite these challenges, Jaspreet loves learning and especially enjoys playing hockey with her friends whenever her health allows.
Her family’s financial situation makes proper medical treatment extremely difficult to afford, but through the support and encouragement of her teacher at the Slum Centre, Pooja Mam, Jaspreet has slowly begun regaining confidence and interest in her studies.
What stands out most about Jaspreet is her resilience.
Even while dealing with constant discomfort, she continues showing up, trying her best, and holding onto hope for a healthier future.
Gurkirat’s Story - Recovering, Learning, and Finding Joy Again
Four-year-old Gurkirat Singh is a cheerful young student attending the Gatti Rajo Ke Centre together with his older sister.
A few months ago, Gurkirat suffered a serious accident and broke his leg. Due to the severity of the injury, doctors were forced to insert a metal rod into his leg during treatment.
Although he is now able to walk again, he is still unable to run and play like other children his age.
For a young child, this has been incredibly difficult emotionally.
But each day, Gurkirat continues attending the centre where he can learn, spend time with other children, and feel included and supported.
His classmates have shown remarkable kindness, helping him feel connected and cared for during his recovery.
For his parents — who work hard each day as daily wage labourers — the centre has become far more than simply a place of education. It has become a safe and encouraging community for their son during a very challenging season of life.
Amandeep’s Story - From Silence to Confidence
Amandeep Kaur is eight years old.
When she was only two, her mother left the family home following a family dispute. Since then, Amandeep and her sister have been lovingly raised by their grandmother, Sukhi.
As Amandeep grew older, the emotional impact of her mother’s absence deeply affected her confidence and learning.
She became extremely quiet and withdrawn, struggled socially, and found it difficult to read and write at the level expected for her age.
Concerned for her granddaughter’s future, Sukhi eventually heard about the free Educational Centre in Purana Makhu and reached out for help.
At first, Amandeep barely spoke. She would sit silently in class, avoiding eye contact and showing little interest in learning.
But Anita Mam, one of the centre’s teachers, patiently and gently encouraged her step by step in a safe and caring environment.
Slowly, something beautiful began to happen.
Amandeep began learning to read and write. Her confidence grew stronger. She started participating in class activities, talking with other children, and expressing herself more openly.
Today, she is a happier, more confident young girl who is beginning to believe in herself and her future once again.
Her story is a powerful reminder that love, patience, encouragement, and consistent care can help transform a child’s life.
💛 How You Can Help
Behind every child’s story is a family carrying enormous challenges — and a community working together to help children remain safe, hopeful, and connected to education.
If these stories have touched your heart and you would like to support children like Ramandeep, Jaspreet, Gurkirat, and Amandeep, we would love to hear from you.
Your support helps us continue providing educational programs, practical care, emotional support, advocacy, and hope to vulnerable children and families across India.
Thank you for helping us continue showing up where it matters most.
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