A beacon of hope for marginalised

Dr Manju Kumari, an education official in Rohtas district, is going beyond her official duties to uplift children from economically disadvantaged families. Her dedication to social service is transforming the lives of students, particularly in Naxal-affected areas, writes Ramashankar

- writes Ramashankar

RIVEN by a deep sense of social responsibility, Dr Manju Kumari, an official with Bihar's Education Department, is making a significant impact in Rohtas district, particularly in the Naxal-affected Tilauthu block. As the in-charge of the Block Resource Centre (BRC), she goes beyond her official duties, dedicating herself to inspiring and educating children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Unlike many of her colleagues, Manju does not head home after office hours. Instead, she spends her evenings visiting villages, distributing books, school bags, uniforms, and other study materials—personally funded from her salary. She works tirelessly to support students who lack basic educational resources, a cause she's passionately taken up without relying on NGOs or external funding.