{"id":16182,"date":"2023-12-10T09:58:54","date_gmt":"2023-12-10T09:58:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/?p=16182"},"modified":"2023-12-22T05:49:08","modified_gmt":"2023-12-22T05:49:08","slug":"one-mans-dream-unfolds-as-a-cultural-hub-embraces-modern-education-in-chhattisgarh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/one-mans-dream-unfolds-as-a-cultural-hub-embraces-modern-education-in-chhattisgarh\/","title":{"rendered":"One Man&#8217;s Dream Unfolds as a Cultural Hub Embraces Modern Education in Chhattisgarh"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Parmeshwari Das Manikpuri, NDBA Higher Secondary School, Raigarh, Chhattisgarh<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NDBA Higher Secondary School, situated in the rural area of Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, was founded in 2007 to provide education to every child, irrespective of caste, creed, religion, or status. Parmeshwari Das Manikpuri, the school leader, faced numerous initial <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/a-trailblazing-woman-empowers-children-in-dehradun-through-a-public-library\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">challenges<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, from insufficient infrastructure to financial difficulties. Yet, with the support of his team and the community, he overcame these hurdles, expanding the school to a higher secondary level. Looking back on his journey, he says, &#8220;Our struggles have shaped our story, demonstrating resilience and community strength.&#8221; However, the COVID-19 pandemic brought new challenges, impacting student enrollment and learning outcomes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Background And The Idea To Start The School\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parmeshwari faced educational struggles in his childhood, recognizing its transformative power. He strongly believed in universal access to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/inspiring-doctor-turns-school-leader-transforming-lives-for-underprivileged-children-in-dehradun\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">education<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the 21st century, transcending caste, creed, religion, or status. During his post-graduation, he grappled with securing a permanent job and, driven by a profound desire to contribute to society, he chose self-reliance. He shares, &#8220;Education has the potential to change lives, and everyone should have that opportunity.&#8221; With a deep-rooted commitment, he established NDBA Higher Secondary School, aiming to support rural education.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/how-an-inspirational-school-leader-achieved-educational-excellence-in-dehradun\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How an Inspirational School Leader Achieved Educational Excellence in Dehradun<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School\u2019s Initial Struggles<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every educational institution requires infrastructure, and this school encountered the same challenge. Initially, the school operated from a rented property, posing financial challenges Parmeshwari states, &#8220;Sustaining the school was tough, but with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/two-friends-found-a-tribal-school-for-marginalized-kids-whove-never-attended-school\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">support<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the school committee, family, and friends, we persevered.&#8221; Over time, the school expanded to a higher secondary level, and by 2011, they proudly owned the entire building.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Education During COVID-19\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The COVID-19 pandemic posed significant financial challenges for schools across India. In March 2020, just before exams, the country went into lockdown, causing a substantial drop in the school&#8217;s revenue. Parmeshwari believes, \u201cThis hit was especially tough for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/how-one-man-transforming-lives-through-education-for-the-underprivileged-in-thane\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">affordable<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> private schools like us in rural areas, heavily dependent on fees collected during exams.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The government&#8217;s order for readmission without Transfer Certificates created additional challenges. While helping students switch schools easily, it posed difficulties for private schools. Parmeshwari adds, &#8220;The readmission order created a new set of challenges, with many students joining government schools without paying fees for a year or more.&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite these hurdles, Parmeshwari and his team dedicated themselves to sustaining the school. The student count, which was over 450 before the pandemic, dropped by more than half due to Covid-19. Parmeshwari remarks, &#8220;Maintaining the school during this time required immense effort and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/one-school-leader-in-haryana-powering-up-a-community-through-education\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">determination<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To address the pandemic&#8217;s impact, the school initiated online classes and activities. The school leader emphasizes, &#8220;We trained our teachers for online learning and created online platforms for homework submission.&#8221; However, he acknowledges, &#8220;Classroom teaching still needed improvement to bridge the learning gap caused by the pandemic.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/apply\/?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=school+blog&amp;utm_term=One+Mans+Dream+Unfolds+as+a+Cultural+Hub+Embraces+Modern+Education+in+Chhattisgarh\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16184\" src=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/CTA-School-Banner-3-5-300x37.jpg\" alt=\"NDBA Higher Secondary School, Raigarh, Chhattisgarh\" width=\"714\" height=\"88\" srcset=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/CTA-School-Banner-3-5-300x37.jpg 300w, https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/CTA-School-Banner-3-5.jpg 728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 714px) 100vw, 714px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/following-in-his-fathers-footsteps-how-this-school-leader-is-unleashing-potential-in-kotdwar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following in His Father\u2019s Footsteps, How This School Leader is Unleashing Potential in Kotdwar<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relationship with Varthana<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2018, Parmeshwari acquired a Kyan projector from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varthana<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The following year, with the need for a new classroom and furniture, he turned to Varthana for a loan, which was efficiently processed and disbursed without delays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highlighting the impact of Varthana&#8217;s support during the lockdown, Parmeshwari expresses, &#8220;Varthana not only helped us build extra classrooms but also provided free worksheets, ensuring continuous learning during the pandemic.&#8221; He adds, &#8220;Their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assistance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has played a crucial role in our increased enrollment.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School\u2019s Achievements<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The NDBA Higher Secondary School has achieved significant milestones in its journey. With a fully-owned building, transportation facilities, and well-maintained classrooms, the school ensures quality education in hygienic conditions, crucial during the current pandemic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A proud Parmeshwari shares, &#8220;Our commitment to providing quality education is evident in our well-equipped facilities.&#8221; The teachers go beyond academics, conducting motivational classes to prepare students for the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/varthana.com\/school\/innovating-education-in-rural-kurukshetra-the-success-story-of-balvinder-singh-as-an-education-leader\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">competitive<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> outside world. He states, &#8220;Our annual function serves to boost students&#8217; morale and confidence, contributing to their overall development.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currently, the NDBA Higher Secondary School is focused on stabilizing its post-pandemic situation. Parmeshwari says, &#8220;We&#8217;re committed to having strategies like attracting new students, increasing admissions, bridging the learning gap, and keeping our teachers updated. It&#8217;s our dedication to creating a positive learning environment.&#8221;The school prioritizes the well-being of its teachers, both physically and mentally, staying prepared for any further COVID situations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite challenges, the school&#8217;s reputation in the community has grown, and Parmeshwari hopes, &#8220;Our efforts, along with support from organizations like Varthana, will contribute to the school&#8217;s continued growth and prosperity in the years to come.&#8221;The school continually strives to improve and is working towards creating a better future for its students.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Parmeshwari Das Manikpuri, NDBA Higher Secondary School, Raigarh, Chhattisgarh NDBA Higher Secondary School, situated in the rural area of Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, was founded in 2007 to provide education to every child, irrespective of caste, creed, religion, or status. 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