Vegetable Hawker’s Son Gets Free NEET Coaching at ALLEN under Shiksha Sambal Yojana

Financial Hardship No Longer a Barrier for Aspiring Doctor

For 21-year-old Devendra Mehra from Cheechli village in Madhya Pradesh’s Narsingpur district, the dream of becoming a doctor once seemed beyond reach. The son of a vegetable vendor, Devendra has now secured free NEET coaching at ALLEN Career Institute after being selected under the Shiksha Sambal Yojana, a social initiative jointly run by ALLEN Career Institute and LN Parmarth Nyas.

The scheme will provide him with complete academic support, including free coaching, accommodation and meals in Kota, allowing him to prepare for the NEET examination without placing any financial burden on his family.

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Family Struggled to Keep His Education Alive

Devendra’s father, 42-year-old Pramod Mehra, earns a living by selling vegetables on a handcart and roadside footpath. Despite limited income, he remained committed to his son’s education and borrowed nearly ₹5 lakh to fund Devendra’s studies in a private school until Class 8.

As financial pressure increased, Devendra shifted to a government school for his secondary education, where he completed Class 12 with 72 percent marks. While his academic journey continued, preparing for a competitive medical entrance examination appeared impossible due to the family’s financial condition.

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Teachers Guided Him Towards a Life-Changing Opportunity

Devendra first learned about the Shiksha Sambal Yojana through his school teachers. Encouraged by them, he appeared for the selection examination conducted under the scheme and successfully secured a place.

His selection has opened the doors to quality NEET preparation at ALLEN, where he will receive coaching along with hostel and food facilities at no cost.

Dream of Becoming a Doctor Gets New Hope

Devendra has always aspired to become a doctor and serve society. With the financial burden now lifted, he can devote his complete attention to preparing for NEET.

The opportunity has transformed what once appeared to be an unattainable ambition into a realistic goal backed by expert guidance and a supportive learning environment.

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Father Says the Scheme Changed His Son’s Future

Expressing gratitude, Pramod Mehra said his family would never have been able to afford professional NEET coaching.

He explained that without the Shiksha Sambal Yojana, Devendra would likely have joined him in selling vegetables instead of pursuing higher education. The family is already burdened with significant debt, while another son is undergoing treatment for sickle cell anemia and the youngest daughter is still studying in school.

According to him, the initiative has not only reduced financial stress but also given his son a genuine opportunity to build a better future.

A Humble Home with Limited Means

Devendra shared that his family of five lives in a small kuccha house in their village. They do not own agricultural land, leaving vegetable vending as the family’s primary source of income.

Despite these hardships, his parents consistently encouraged him to continue his studies and chase his dream of becoming a doctor.

Shiksha Sambal Yojana Supports Deserving Government School Students

Speaking about the initiative, Dr. Naveen Maheshwari, Director of ALLEN Career Institute and Trustee of LN Parmarth Nyas, said the Shiksha Sambal Yojana was created to ensure that talented students from economically weaker families studying in Hindi-medium government schools receive equal opportunities to compete in national-level entrance examinations.

The programme offers free coaching, accommodation and food to selected students, enabling them to focus entirely on their studies without financial constraints.

Dr. Maheshwari said Devendra’s selection reflects the objective of the initiative—to identify deserving students with potential and provide them with the resources needed to pursue careers in medicine and other professional fields.

Creating Equal Educational Opportunities

The Shiksha Sambal Yojana continues to empower talented students whose financial circumstances might otherwise prevent them from pursuing higher education. By providing comprehensive support, the initiative helps bridge the gap between potential and opportunity, allowing students like Devendra Mehra to prepare for NEET with confidence and work towards fulfilling their dream of becoming doctors.

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Aabshar Hassan Quazi

Aabshar H. Quazi is a seasoned education writer associated with ALLEN Career Institute, where he crafts insightful blogs on competitive exam trends, student journeys, and academic guidance. With a background in journalism, Aabshar has worked as Principal Correspondent for Hindustan Times, honing his skills in storytelling, analysis, and impactful reporting. His writing blends credibility with clarity, making complex topics accessible for students and parents alike.