Maharashtra's 'grandmothers school' is winning hearts online
A video from Aajibaichi Shala—a school in Fangane village where grandmothers aged 60 to 94 learn to read, write, and do basic math—has gone viral.
People are loving how this place proves learning truly has no age limit.
Breaking barriers for elderly women
Started in 2016 by teacher Yogendra Bangar and a local trust, the school now has about 30 grandmothers enrolled.
Many of them have gone from using thumbprints on documents to proudly signing their names—showing it's never too late to pick up new skills.
Closing the gender literacy gap
Female literacy still lags behind in rural India, but Aajibaichi Shala is helping change that.
The school isn't just about academics; it gives these women a space to connect, gain confidence, and inspire others.
Sparking a bigger movement
The idea has caught on in nearby villages too.
With weekend classes that fit around their daily routines, these grandmothers are showing everyone that education really can be for all ages.