Girl who studied for SSC exam on footpath moves into a 1BHK

Sep 4, 2021 | 10:58 IST

Help poured in for Asma Sheikh, who braved the odds to clear her SSC examination. She now has accomodation for three years

Some dreams do come true. At least 17-year-old Asma Sheikh agrees. The girl, who lived on a footpath until literally yesterday, passed her Class X (SSC) exam by studying under a lamppost near Azad Maidan and then went on to join a top-notch city college, has just realised her dream of having a roof over her head. Asma moved into a 1BHK flat on Thursday and will stay here for at least three years. “My dream is complete,” a smiling Asma trilled as she entered the flat on Mohammed Ali Road. “I am so happy...,” is all she managed to say.

People chipped in 1.2 lakhs to help Asma live with basic necessities

The teenager, who lived on the footpath where her father sold lemon juice, stepped into the house with her parents and siblings. Once in, she plonked on a cushioned seat in the furnished home and looked around, taking in her new world. Her brother romped about excitedly and sank onto the mattress on the bed as their mother looked on incredulously.

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Girl who studied for SSC exam on footpath moves into a 1BHK

Help poured in for Asma Sheikh, who braved the odds to clear her SSC examination. She now has accomodation for three years

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Girl who studied for SSC exam on footpath moves into a 1BHK

Help poured in for Asma Sheikh, who braved the odds to clear her SSC examination. She now has accomodation for three years

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