Gohlipur's Golden Transformation: Teacher Asha Katiyar Turns School Around, Wins Medals Without Playground

• Assistant teacher Asha Katiyar transformed Composite School Gohlipur, Bilhaur, Kanpur, from 43 to 262 students since 2017.
• She engaged students through street plays, cultural programs, and community meetings, fostering parental trust and involvement.
• Asha Katiyar addressed social challenges in the Muslim-majority area through dialogue, ensuring girls' education and attendance.
• Despite no school playground, a community-developed ground 1 km away enabled students to win state and national sports medals, including Youth Olympics gold.
• The school achieved academic success (Navodaya, scholarships) and received 'Best School' honor; Asha Katiyar won the State Teacher Award.

Why It Matters: Asha Katiyar's dedication transformed Gohlipur school, proving that strong will and community support overcome resource limitations.