Mum's viral barefoot race sparks debate over India's education crisis
Ramabai Ranveer, a 47-year-old widow from Maharashtra, won a 3km community race barefoot to secure prize money for her daughters' educational expenses. Her viral victory has sparked a national debate regarding the financial burdens and systemic challenges of India's education system. The incident highlights the extreme sacrifices many families make to provide their children with opportunities for secure government careers.
- ▪Ramabai Ranveer won a 3km race in August to earn 3,000 rupees to buy books for her daughters.
- ▪She has been the sole breadwinner for her family since her husband's death in 2012 and left school at age 13.
- ▪Her daughters are preparing for highly competitive government recruitment examinations for police and civil services positions.
- ▪The viral video of her barefoot run has intensified public scrutiny and frustration over the cost and integrity of India's education system.
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Mum's viral barefoot race sparks debate over India's education crisisImage source, Kiran Sakle/BBCImage caption, Rambai Ranveer took on a 3km sprint, hoping to win enough prize money to buy books for her daughterByShrikant BangaleBBC MarathiPublished15 minutes agoDespite having no training, or even a pair of running shoes, Ramabai Ranveer sprinted barefoot to victory in her first-ever race in August.The 47-year-old widow had entered a 3km (1.86-mile) community run with a single goal: winning the prize money to help pay for her two daughters' education.When she crossed the finish line first, Ramabai from Maharashtra in western India was delighted. The 3,000-rupee ($31; £23) prize would help her buy books and study materials for her daughters.It was not much money.
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