Project Koderma – Direct Intervention

Abjeet’s world changed when he lost his mother at the age of 12. Though his grandparents tried to comfort him, the loss left him withdrawn and insecure. This began to reflect in his academics, as he struggled to concentrate and express what he was going through. He loved sports, especially Kabaddi, but stopped stepping out to play. When CRY America’s project team learned about his situation, they gently encouraged him to join the Children’s Collective, creating a safe space where he could slowly begin to open up. He was also enrolled in CRY’s Child Activity Center, where the team worked patiently to address his learning gaps and rebuild his focus through participation, interaction, and peer learning activities.

To support his emotional well-being, the team provided regular counselling, helping him regain confidence and a sense of belief in himself. During one such session, Abjeet shared his interest in Kabaddi. Recognizing this as an opportunity, the team encouraged him to take it up again.

With consistent practice, Kabaddi became more than a sport, it helped him rebuild discipline, focus, and confidence. This positive shift was reflected in his academics as well.

When district-level trials were announced, Abjeet chose to participate and was selected for the District-level Sports Talent Selection Competition. Today, he represents his state in a State-level Kabaddi event. Abjeet proudly says, “I want to make my village proud by studying well and playing better Kabaddi.”