He had to walk 2 kilometers to reach an Elementary Govt. School. He walked 8 kilometers to attend Middle School. He walked through rough country roads without any footwear. He had neither proper clothing nor an umbrella to protect him from incessant rain. He had to walk 18 kilometers daily to attend high school.

Experiencing hardships made him a stronger and determined person both inside and out. He decided that the generations after him should not suffer to receive proper education. He was willing to give away everything he had, to make this happen.

He wanted to start a school for the children of the staff in his hospital, which would also serve the needy and marginalized classes in Oddanchatram, who could not afford good quality education.