Is it a crime to Dream of a better life when you're poor and fatherless?
In today’s India, we often hear slogans like “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”—but what happens when you're poor, fatherless, and simply trying to build a better future? For many like me, taking a life insurance policy or a small business loan isn’t about luxury—it’s about survival. We don’t come from wealthy families. Our mothers worked as maids, our fathers died too soon, and we were left to fight battles alone. So when we take steps like applying for LIC insurance, taking a microloan, or starting a small business, we’re not being greedy. We’re trying to escape a cycle of poverty. But here’s the harsh truth: The moment a poor, fatherless person starts dreaming big—people notice. And not with support, but suspicion, jealousy, and sometimes… conspiracy. In my case, I’ve seen something terrifying. As I tried to grow, learn new skills, and become independent—my own local community, relatives, neighbors, and even my own brother began looking at me like a target. They started seeing me...