My name is Virat I am 11 years-old and a Grade 6 student at the Canadian International School (CIS), Bengaluru.

I have undertaken this campaign because I was surprised to learn that many students from low-income homes in Karnataka, who go to school (mainly govt schools) do not have basic school gear like proper footwear or a school bag and often sit on the hard ground to study at school.

Sitting down on the floor for a long time means 9 in 10 students will face posture-related problems. It also has an indirect impact on their eyesight and their ability to concentrate and study. Lack of footwear also leads to foot-related diseases and health issues.

The back-to-school kit costs just INR 900 and gives students a pair of recycled footwear, a recycled study mat to sit comfortably at school or home and a recycled school bag for books. This is a very small amount to impact a student. The cost includes the cost of distribution. Fund INR 3600 for example and transform the lives of four (4) students from low-income homes.

I would like to help the students and give them the closest possibility of the life we have.

Please support my campaign and let us together impact the health, attendance, and grades of these fellow students. This kit also brings a big smile to their faces and gives them a lot of confidence.