At just 13, Akarshana Sathish is on a mission to spark a reading revolution.
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She recently opened her 18th library in Moosapet, Hyderabad.
Her journey began at the age of 9, during a visit to the MNJ Cancer Childrenโs Hospital.
Her journey began at the age of 9, during a visit to the MNJ Cancer Childrenโs Hospital.
Seeing the young cancer patientsโ love for books deeply moved her, inspiring her to collect books from family, friends, and neighbours to share the joy of reading.
With libraries stocked with books in Hindi, English, and Telugu, Akarshana has created spaces for learning and imagination across diverse communities.
โWhat started as a small effort has blossomed into a treasure trove for many,โ her proud father, Sathish Kumar, told TOI.
โWhat started as a small effort has blossomed into a treasure trove for many,โ her proud father, Sathish Kumar, told TOI.
Akarshana's incredible work has earned national recognition, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi praising her efforts and promising to inaugurate her 25th library.
Now, with over 11,000 books, Akarshana is inspiring minds and fostering a culture of learning in hospitals, police stations, and beyond.
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