Anshika Marine Academy Private Limited

Anshika Marine Academy is right at Namak Factory Chauraha in Kakadev. Kanpur is a long way from the ocean, we know that. But we’ve been at A No. 1074 for years helping people get ready for life on ships. The crossroads outside is always loud with horns and people selling snacks. Inside, it's a bit quieter. We have some models of ships and some old maps on the walls. It’s a bit dusty because of the construction nearby, but we try to keep it tidy. The instructors have actually spent time at sea, so they have plenty of stories to tell. Sometimes they talk too much and we get behind schedule. We don't have a huge campus with a pool or anything, just some classrooms and a small office. Most of the students come from the villages around Kanpur and stay in hostels nearby. We help them figure out the paperwork and the basic stuff they need to know. It’s hard work and the hours are long. We don't promise anyone they'll be a captain overnight. It’s just a place to learn the basics and get a shot at a job. We've seen a lot of faces come and go over the years. Most of them send us messages once they finally get on a ship. That part is nice. We just keep the lights on and keep at it.