🌱 What Happened
In the remote and off-grid areas of Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, an unsung hero emerged. Ram Prasad, a local farmer, turned into a solar technician bringing not just light but hope to his community.
💡 Impact
Determined to bring an end to the darkness, Ram Prasad attended a training program at Barefoot College in Tilonia, Rajasthan. Since 2010, Prasad has installed more than 700 solar panels, bringing electricity to 3,000 households in over 40 villages.
📍 The Bigger Picture
Ram Prasad’s efforts are more than just providing light. He’s changing lives by allowing children to study after sunset, reducing the dependency on costly and harmful kerosene lamps, and promoting the use of renewable energy sources. His work has been recognised by the Barefoot College, who continues to train individuals like Ram Prasad, empowering them to uplift their communities.
- Over 700 solar panels installed by Ram Prasad
- Electricity brought to 3,000 households
- More than 40 villages impacted
His story reminds us that every individual, regardless of background, holds the potential to ignite change. His story is not just about light, but a ray of hope, resilience, and the power of self-belief.