“I have always seen my father wake up at the crack of dawn to work. He used to work in a small factory as a mechanic and come back home late at night. He never complained about his life. We were his only priority. Once, when I cut my foot on a piece of glass, he carried me for miles, on his shoulders to see the doctor. He told us that his entire life was for us and all I wanted to do was make him proud. He wanted us to get good jobs – “better than a mechanic” he’d say. Times were tough – he once borrowed money for my exam fees. Things got worse when he fell sick while I was pursuing Engineering. Hence, I decided to drop out. My family was disappointed. My dad wanted me to become a ‘sahib’ in an office but not at the expense of a burdening debt. I started looking for jobs, but no one wanted to hire a college dropout. I tried innumerable places before a friend suggested I meet the supervisor of a rubber factory. I convinced him to give me a chance – I said I would work harder than anyone else. Thankfully he gave a job as a loader. I was so thrilled. With my first salary, I began contributing to my family. I helped with my sister’s education and saved some money as well, because I always dreamt of starting my own business. My dad was skeptical, he thought that I would end up investing in the wrong business choices. But my vision was clear. I started off small, selling retreaded tyres for two wheelers and now I sell tyres of all categories and all sizes. Today, my dream is to reach a point where I don’t have to worry too much about work or my income and instead spend time with my family. This month, I have planned a surprise for my father by getting him his favorite Honda Activa. I cannot wait to see the expression on his face!”

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