Hello team,

A few days ago, during the second part of the SALT Conversation on “Masculinity” held in the Bhatpara Tea Garden Nichhe Line area, some very deep and inspiring reflections emerged.

To begin, we asked participants a simple question linked to their daily lives:

If I visit your home and you are not there, and I…

The true strength of any community lies in the mutual support and empathy shared among its members. The experience of Biki Chik Braik, a resident of Bhatpara Tea Garden, Nichhe Line, beautifully illustrates this reality.

When one of his friends lost his wife, the grieving family faced both emotional and financial hardship. In that difficult moment, no one came forward to help — except Biki. Understanding his friend’s distress, Biki took the initiative to arrange funds for the funeral…

The SALT conversation with Swati Kharia from Bhatpara T.G. Nichhe Line revealed her deep thoughts about family, community, and the future generations. Swati is about 50 years old and considers herself a simple homemaker, but her story portrays her as a strong and compassionate woman.

Swati considers the period when her daughter-in-law was pregnant as the proudest moment of her life. She shared that she took great care of her daughter-in-law throughout the pregnancy, attending to her…

Today, a meaningful SALT session was held with Mr. Basant Chik Baraik, a 37-year-old community member from the Basa Line area of Bhatapara Tea Garden. Our conversation focused on the theme of masculinity, and it turned out to be both joyful and deeply inspiring.

One key highlight was the strong sense of unity in his village. Mr.…

The SALT session conducted on International Men’s Day with the Men’s Group of Bhatpara Basaline offers a rich case study in understanding men’s emotional pressures, societal expectations, and the role of community support in fostering emotional wellbeing. An analytical look at this interaction reveals key themes and implications for future community initiatives.…

In the serene Bhatpara Tea Garden area, Basa Line, a 19-year-old youth named Abhinash Mahali shared an inspiring personal journey during a recent SALT session. His thoughts and experiences revealed not only his strength of character but also the collective spirit that defines his community.

Discovering the Strength of Unity

When asked…

During the SALT session in the Nichhe Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden, a very positive outlook emerged from our conversation with a 50-year-old woman named Swaroop Oraon.

Swaroop shared about a friend of hers who had a small child. Because of household responsibilities, her friend couldn’t cook for herself or carry food to work. When Swaroop learned about this, she started cooking food for her every day and shared her lunch during their break time.

This action reflects…

During a recent SALT session in the Nichhe Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden, a deeply inspiring conversation took place with a 38-year-old community member, Ramdhani Lohara Ji. His thoughts and attitude reflected a beautiful sense of positivity and moral strength.

While sharing his “proud story,” Ramdhani Ji spoke about an act of kindness that truly reflects his selfless nature. He mentioned that he is always ready to help others whenever someone seeks his support. On one such…

During a recent SALT session in the Nichhe Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden, an inspiring story emerged from a 31-year-old tea garden worker named Rakhi. Her simple yet heartfelt experience reflected the deep strength and compassion that often shines in everyday community life.

Rakhi works long hours in the tea garden, facing the challenges that come with physical labor. One day, while everyone was busy and exhausted from work, hunger began to weigh heavily on the team. In that…

Eighteen-year-old Tanisha Kharia from Bhatpara T.G. Nichhe Line has become an inspiration for many through her simplicity and selfless nature. At a young age, she has already shown what true kindness means—understanding and responding to the pain of others.

Tanisha’s story begins during a difficult time. One of her friends was facing a severe financial crisis. Even though Tanisha herself didn’t have enough money, she didn’t hesitate. She borrowed from others just to help her…

On November 9, 2025, the community of Bhatpara Tea Garden’s Basa Line came together for a heartfelt SALT (Support, Appreciate, Learn, and Transfer) session facilitated by Rural Aid Organisation. The day was filled with laughter, learning, and deep reflection as women from the community led the discussion with passion and purpose.

To set the…

On 12th November 2025, an engaging Child Club interaction took place at Bhatpara – Nichhe Line, bringing together children from the community in a lively and educational session facilitated by Nityam Ghosh and youth member Mr. Gaurabh Oraon. The primary aim of the event was to create awareness about the critical issue of child marriage and its consequences, alongside fostering communication and teamwork among the children.…

Today, facilitators Vikrant Ji and Preeti Ji from the “Pyaro Bandhan Group” offered us a wonderful opportunity to learn from one another. The experience was truly inspiring and exciting.

At the beginning of the session, both Vikrant and Preeti Ji warmly welcomed all the participants and began the day’s learning process.

Vikrant…

During a SALT session in the Basa Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden with 13-year-old brother Nikhil Kharia, the dialogue on masculinity was truly inspiring. Through the SALT session, the strengths emerging from brother Nikhil were kindness and positive thinking.

How do you feel when you hear the word "man" or "male"?

In response to this question, brother Nikhil said:

* The strength of the family

* It is said in society that men never feel pain, but…

During today’s SALT session held in the Basa Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden, 39-year-old Maya Di shared a deeply inspiring experience. While narrating her “Proud Story,” she recalled an incident from a few years ago when she was doing her household chores. At that time, a woman came to her house asking for some food. Maya Di said that she had completely run out of grain at home, yet she borrowed a little from a neighbor, cooked it, and served the woman with respect and love. She described…

Today, I had a wonderful SALT conversation with 18-year-old Nitisha Khariya from the Nichhe Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden.

I first asked her, “What is one good thing about your village?

In response, she said, “During the Karam Puja, all the communities of our village come together with enthusiasm and devotion to celebrate this…

Hello friends, hope everyone had a wonderful Diwali and enjoyed it to the fullest.

Today, during a SALT session in the Basa Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden with 17-year-old Tushar Chik Baraik, the dialogue on masculinity was truly inspiring.

Through the SALT session, the strengths emerging from Tushar ji – such as ‘caring for…

Hello friends! I hope you all are doing very well.

A few days ago, I had a meaningful conversation with a 20-year-old young man named Gaurabh Oraon in the Nichhe Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden. This dialogue took place during a SALT session focused on the topic of “Masculinity.” What I learned from this conversation truly touched my heart and gave me fresh insights to share.…

Today, at the RURAL AID organization, I had a deep SALT session with my dear brother and colleague Wahid, discussing masculinity.

At the beginning of the session, I had an in-depth SALT conversation with Wahid. During our discussion, I witnessed many strengths and positive qualities within him:

* A deep sense of responsibility…

During a recent SALT session in the Basa Line area of Bhatpara Tea Garden, I had the privilege of meeting a young girl whose story of compassion and strength touched everyone present. Her experience reminded us how acts of kindness, even in the face of loss, can shape our confidence and build stronger communities. 

Radhika shared that in December…