This is a boy of 16, who came to roam alone in Banglore and ended up in the Child Care Institution in Koramangala. The Maker’s Space sessions conducted by Makkala Jagriti are a space that gave him immense happiness. His interest in creating working models was evident from the beginning itself. He came up with innovative ideas and joined forces with other children and created amazing working models of Solar Water pumps, Speakers, and Hydraulic JCB among others.

Not only did he excel in developing innovative projects, but also emerged as a natural leader in the group. He took it upon himself to patiently explain the intricacies of materials and techniques to his friends. Driven by his thoughts and ideas, he began crafting models independently. A sensor automatic water machine, a Tattoo Machine, and much more sprang forth from his creative mind.

He was fostered in the CCI for one year and during the time of his release, he promised to make a big Bluetooth speaker and connect back through pictures and video calls to the facilitators. He leaves us with hope and reassurance, that the children we discovered in the depths of despair can rise once more. With the right care, attention, and support, they can overcome all odds stacked against them.