12-Year-Old Boy Sells Newspaper, Leaves Country Emotional

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12-Year-Old Boy Sells Newspaper, Leaves Country Emotional
25 Sep 2021
7 min read

News Synopsis

State minister K.T. Rama Rao was captivated by a video of a 12-year-old kid from Jagtial, Telangana (KTR). The child is seen delivering newspapers while riding his bicycle in the popular video. When questioned why he was working, the youngster explained that he was working and learning at the same time. “Loved this video from Jagtial Town,” KTR said on Twitter after sharing the film. Sri Prakash, a government school student, was admired for his confidence, calmness, and clarity of thinking and expression.” “Why shouldn't I?” Sri Prakash responded in Telugu when asked why he was delivering newspapers. Sri Prakash was next asked about his studies, and he responded quickly. “In addition to my academics, I also work. If I do something new, it will only benefit me later,” he explained. He is a sixth-grade student. Following the video, Sai Prakash informed local news stations that he has been delivering newspapers since he was in middle school and that his brother worked as a postal delivery boy before him. Former President APJ Abdul Kalam, who labored as a postal worker as a kid, was an encouragement to him, he said. This heartwarming news has left citizens extremely teary-eyed and emotional. 

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