Shanti Study Circle

Rajendra Nagar is a nice part of Cuttack, and that is where our study circle is based. It’s a simple building without much to look at from the outside. Inside, we have set up several rows of benches for the students. We don’t really believe in having a lot of bells and whistles. The focus is always on the books and the notes we write on the board. Cuttack is a city with a lot of history, and we feel like a small part of that local fabric here in Rajendra Nagar. The rooms are a bit narrow, so things can feel a little cramped when a full batch is in session. We have to keep the windows closed sometimes because of the mosquitoes, but we make do with what we have. It’s an honest kind of place. We don’t make big promises; we just show up every day and do the work. The students come here after their regular school hours, often looking a bit tired, so we try to keep the atmosphere relaxed but focused. There’s a small tea shop around the corner where we sometimes get snacks for everyone if we’re staying late. It’s the kind of place where you can just be yourself. We know the names of all the students and their parents. It’s a community thing more than anything else. We’ve been here for a while and the routine has become a big part of our lives.