For months during the pandemic, the people of India woke up to news regarding the plight of migrant laborers.
Stranded on their way home due to stringent lockdown restrictions and the lack of basic amenities brought us harrowing tales of human suffering.However, the news also spurred heroes into action.
Under the bridge in the coastal state of Kerala, a heartening sight awaits those who are passing by in Kochi.
Underneath the Bolgatty-Vallarpadam bridge, teachers can be found engrossed with students of all ages, deep in study.
Ten children of migrant laborers had been living under the bridge with their families. Now that temporary ‘home’ is doubling up as a classroom, thanks to the dedicated teachers of St. John Bosco’s UP School.
Source: GNN