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Dream and you'll always be young

I am amazed to hear 30 year old people, saying they are tired of life or work. All those who feel tired of work or life, should meet Rajkumar Jhanjari, who is ready to change the world. His zeal and enthusiasm is inspiring.  71-year-old retired mechanical engineer Rajkumar Jhanjhari has modified an ordinary cycle in such a way that it requires minimum effort to peddle and works smoothly with minimum friction. Sharing his invention and the story behind it, Jhanjhari said, “Whenever we have a fearful or near death experience, we understand the value of life, and that is how I understood the value of environment and surroundings.” He elaborated that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2006, and following his recovery, he decided to bring a change in the society for conserving environment and promoting health. “I wanted to give back to environment and society,” he said. Further, on his research, he came in terms with the major problem of society. “Most people are facing ...

Discovering humanity with Sewa (Service)

We all waste most of our time cribbing about small things, like we don't get paid enough or someone is not nice enough, but life continues to flow. There are some inspiring people, who understand the value of life and help the world in holding it together. One such person is Radheshyam Saboo, who helps patients every day, and god knows, how many lives he has saved. Translating his philosophy, 75-year-old retired government officer Radheshyam Saboo is the good Samaritan on the block, who collects donations and helps patients by bringing medicines, blood and machines to them. Since last twelve years, he has been helping patients in MY hospital with an NGO called ‘Sahatya’ by funding their operations, bringing medicines, machines and helping with other tasks. “I had a deep urge to help people, since my childhood,” Saboo said. He shared that he realised the necessity of service and help required in hospital and treatment after his younger brother passed away. “My brother passed away a...

Fighting odds, becoming an Air Force Officer

Whenever I imagined an air force officer, I expected them to smart, talented with pride and ego. My first experience with an air force was different. She was bold, smart and talented. I can't say she was egoistic or proud. The best part was that she did not seem like someone, who would look down at anyone. I hope she stays the same. Her story was inspiring. There are times, when we come up with excuses, why we can't do it? The truth is, we all can do. It does not matter, where we come from, but yes, our efforts, desires and destiny matters. Reknuka Sharma Fighting against odds, 21-year-old Reknuka Sharma is among eight girls from all over India, who have been selected in the Indian Air Force for flying branch (pilot) training. Her chances of getting selected were slimmer than other applicants, because unlike others, she could not afford to go to training institutes. Sharing her success mantra, Sharma quoted, “My father always said that we should work hard be...