4 in 10
rural girls in India make it past 10th grade
55%+
drop out — distance, cost, and the idea that educating a girl that far has no point
At Bishnoi Group, we don’t accept that.
Our founder, Birbal Bishnoi, didn’t finish secondary school himself. But he’s made it a point to ensure the next generation — especially girls from his village, Chora (Rajasthan) — get the kind of exposure he never had.
It started with bringing his brother Ganpat Bishnoi to Hubballi, ensuring he got an education, even if he didn’t finish BCom. And now, for the second year in a row, it’s about empowering the next generation.
Chora to Goa. Second year running.
For the second year in a row, every girl from his hometown who scored above 90% in board exams got an all-expenses-paid flight trip to Goa.
For many of them, it was their first time outside the village. First time on a flight. First time seeing the ocean.
It’s not just a reward. It’s proof. Proof that effort is noticed. That girls are capable. That their future doesn’t end at Class 10.
Thank you to IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) for the warm hospitality and for making the journey just as memorable as the destination.
Seen by the community.
Last year, this initiative was recognised by MLA Sukhram Bishnoi, and our founder was honoured for his work in promoting education. This year, news agencies and community leaders joined in celebrating these girls again.
Lions Club of Hubli City
MJF Lion Birbal Bishnoi serves as Zone Chairperson, Lions Club of Hubli City (Lions International, Zone I, Region III, District 317-B). The work runs from the club floor — tree planting, service visits — to the community that raised him: Ramdev Seva Sangh honoured him at Ramdev Temple on becoming Zone Chairperson, and Patanjali Yogpeeth joined in the felicitation.
Education, service and a first look at the world — the work that doesn’t show up on a balance sheet.