Sainik School Kalikiri

Out here in Kalikiri, things are a bit quieter than the big cities. We’re located in Chittoor district, and the air feels a bit different. Sainik School Kalikiri is a big part of this local area. We follow a pretty strict routine because that’s just how this kind of school operates. Everyone knows their place and what they need to do. The 517234 zip code covers a lot of ground, and we take up a good chunk of it. There are lots of uniforms and shoes that need polishing. We spend a lot of time outdoors on the grounds. The weather in Chittoor can be a bit dry sometimes. We have long corridors and big open spaces for drills. It’s not a place where you’ll find much fluff. We focus on the daily tasks. If a fence needs fixing, someone fixes it. If the grass grows too long, it gets mowed. The students stay here, so it’s like a second home for them, though it’s much more orderly than a regular house. We wake up early, often before the sun is fully up. It’s just the way of life at Sainik School Kalikiri. People from all over the region know we are here. It’s a solid presence in the landscape of Kalikiri. We just get on with it every day without needing any praise for the hard work we put in. It’s a tough life but it’s ours.