Archive · 22 May 2025
Palghar Women Pass SSC After Decades, Overcoming Hurdles
Many women in Palghar, India, went back to school to take their SSC exams after many years.
With the help of a special program, 132 women passed.
One of the students, Lata, was the top scorer.
Others like Pushpa, who was the oldest at 56, also succeeded.
They faced challenges like work and family, but the program provided classes and support in their villages.
The women's families also helped out.
This success shows that it's possible to achieve your goals, no matter your age or how long it's been since you were in school.
132 women from Palghar hamlets passed the SSC exam after dropping out of school.
Lata Warangade, 40, scored 66% and was the top scorer among the candidates.
Pushpa Mokashi, 56, returned to studies after a 30-year break and achieved success.
Vanita Bhogade and her daughter Priya Moragha studied and cleared the exam together.
The initiative provided classes, mentoring, and support to the women in their villages.
- Who
- Women from Palghar, the Pratham Foundation, and Larsen & Toubro Charitable Trust.
- What
- 132 women from Palghar cleared their SSC exams.
- When
- Last Tuesday (when results were announced).
- Where
- Palghar district, India
- Why
- Women, supported by a non-profit and their families, overcame obstacles to complete their education.
Educational Barriers
Support System
Family Support vs. Obstacles
Educational Barriers
Family responsibilities, long educational gaps, and a lack of initial support from some husbands presented significant challenges.
Support System
Husbands, daughters, and sons offered motivation and practical help with household chores to enable the women to study.
- Total Candidates
- 144
- Passing Percentage
- 91.67%
- Top Scorer
- Lata Warangade (66%)
- Oldest Candidate
- Pushpa Mokashi (56)
- Second Chance Initiative
- Pratham Foundation & Larsen & Toubro Charitable Trust