Biswajit Jha has confronted all odds, being overruled by his English teacher in Class VIII, and turned his life around. As he was deprived of this least support, a strong urge existed to support those kids who were not getting enough support in life. 

Today, he not only writes English books but also dedicates himself to teaching underprivileged children proving that nothing is impossible. He set up numerous centers for learning the English language, hence providing a platform for these young minds to develop their communication skills and broaden their horizons.

In Jha’s words, ‘Motivated by Karimul Hak, a tea laborer turned social worker and Padma award winner, I found a renewed sense of purpose and began actively engaged in social work. It inspired me to write and publish my debut book titled “Bike Ambulance Dada by Penguin Random House.” This uplifting story is soon to be adapted into a mainstream Bollywood movie.  

In the tribal villages in the Alipurduar district where government schools were closed due to the lockdown, and the children stopped studying altogether. With his wide open arms, Jha came forward to help these underprivileged children by setting up coaching schools for them. During this mission, he heard a girl was about to leave her study because she had to take responsibility for her family as her father was ill and bedridden

“We immediately rushed to her home and found that the girl was eager to carry on her studies,” described Jha emotionally; hence her journey continued.

“In addition to educating the children in my village, I took the responsibility of managing a charitable football academy that was initially established by my teacher during his final days,” he informed. Member of Jha’s football academy, Manoj is now a member of the victorious Hyderabad FC, representing them in the prestigious Indian Super League. Furthermore, Kalpana Roy had the opportunity to showcase her abilities on the under-19 Indian women’s football team.

Born in Rajganj, a small village in West Bengal’s Jalpaiguri district, Jha’s journey is an encouragement to many. Leaving behind a successful career at a prestigious media house in Delhi and well-settled life in 2013, Jha, along with his wife and newborn son, made a courageous decision. He returned to his hometown and started helping the underprivileged children in his community. 

Adding to his literary accomplishments, Jha has recently published a new novel titled “Modern Buddha: An Incredible Journey of Transformation.” Love, family, solitude and the mission of a man who is in search of his true purpose is portrayed emotionally in this novel. Based in India and Bhutan, this captivating book captures the essence of Bhutan’s picturesque landscapes and is unique in itself. It interweaves them with a contemporary narrative that resonates with readers. 

It is probably the first attempt by any Indian writer to explore Bhutan’s amazing concept of ‘Gross National Happiness’ in fiction. The novel presents a fresh perspective on spirituality and personal growth, blending traditional values with modern aspirations. 

The characters in the story gradually progress, as they transfer through the different stages in their life. They appear accustomed as if we know them, and in the end, we are likely to miss them dearly. Their loss seems to be our own, too, deepening the reader’s engrossment.

Driven by his passion for social welfare, Jha has also established his own NGO to support and nurture young talents in various domains such as education, sports, dance, and karate. Through his NGO, he aims to empower and guide underprivileged children, providing them with opportunities they might otherwise never have had.

Undeterred by the challenges that lie ahead, Jha is now embarking on his next ambitious project: the “Mobile Library.” With this initiative, he aims to take books to every corner of his region, especially to the poorest communities. The dream of a Mobile Library is a testament to his persistent commitment to education and his belief that knowledge has the power to transform lives.

Jha, also fondly called ‘Boi Dada’ (Book Dada) as he distributes books to helpless children, is an inspiration for all. It reminds us that a single act of kindness can ignite a ripple effect of positive change in the world.