KINDLING SCIENTIFIC TEMPER

Despite the challenges posed by the rugged Himalayan terrain, Rajendra Singh Bisht is determined to bring quality education in science and technology to children living in the hills. Narendra Sethi meets the man to discover his motivation

- Rajendra Singh Bisht

In the remote village of Tundachoura, nestled in the picturesque Pithoragarh district, a remarkable story of vision and determination is unfolding. Sher Singh, a farmer, has resolved to empower his children through education, undeterred by the challenges posed by the rugged Himalayan terrain.

Rajendra Singh Bisht, the second of six siblings, born on November 15, 1968, has been instrumental in scripting this inspiring tale. He completed his education and went on to secure a diploma in Civil Engineering. However, Bisht soon realised that accessing quality education in the hills was an arduous task. The scarcity of resources, infrastructure, and a lack of opportunities made it seem like an insurmountable challenge.

This reality struck a chord within Bisht, and he embarked on a mission to revolutionise education in the Himalayas, paving the way for a brighter future for generations to come. While working for his mission, Bisht made a poignant discovery. Despite their innate intelligence, children living in such landscape were being denied the opportunities that their counterparts in the plains took for granted.