Madhuban Tola, one of the remotest hamlets of Pokhari Kala in Latehar district, had long lived in silence and struggle. With about sixty households, this small settlement faced day-to-day hardships because of its broken road, lack of drainage, and absence of health facilities. Children trudged through muddy paths to reach school, while families battled diseases like malaria, diarrhea, and asthma caused by poor sanitation.
Years ago, there was an attempt to construct a road-side drainage system, but the work stopped midway due to interference by local middlemen. Hopes faded, and the villagers learned to survive with difficulties.
Everything began to change when VEDIC Society, under the “Gram Swashashan Campaign,” initiated regular meetings in Madhuban Tola. The meetings brought villagers together to discuss their problems openly. They understood that bad roads and poor drainage were not just inconveniences—they were affecting their children’s future and everyone’s health. The campaign encouraged people to speak up in the Gram Sabha and demand accountability.
Gradually, a strong sense of community took root. The villagers started participating in Gram Sabha meetings regularly and began voicing their issues confidently. They approached the Gram Pradhan, ward members, and mukhiya, insisting that road and drainage work be treated as urgent priorities.
Today, Madhuban Tola is witnessing a new chapter—one written by its people. Their unity and awareness have turned decades of neglect into a movement for action and dignity. The journey continues, but the spirit of change is already shining bright in every corner of the hamlet.