Breaking barriers: The story of a dancer and a sanitary staff

Nagpur: In a world where responsibilities often eclipse personal dreams, two students from Mahal's Night Junior School, Pawan Gaygwal and Shilpa Rupchand Shrirame, have proven that it's never too late to chase your goals.
Pawan Gaygwal, 39, a dedicated dance teacher, has long been a pillar of support for his family. Despite his demanding profession, he never let go of his dream to complete his education. Studying late into the night after full days of teaching, he appeared for the Class 12 humanities examination and emerged as the school's arts stream topper with 64.17%. Pawan now aspires to pursue a PhD, determined to inspire others to believe in second chances.
Shilpa Shrirame, 43, has worked as a sanitation worker with the municipal corporation for the past 15 years. A single mother, Shilpa balanced her early morning duties and household responsibilities with nighttime studies. Her unwavering determination helped her complete exams with commendable marks.