The days passed quietly as Ena, Mena, and Deka settled into a disciplined routine. Every morning, they studied seriously, and during their breaks, they would sit together in the lawn, enjoying tasty food and sharing laughter. After lunch and dinner, they made it a habit to discuss their future—what they wanted to become, how they would build their lives, and the dreams they wished to achieve. This continued for eight to nine days until their final exams approached. On the eve of their Class 12 examinations, they received warm wishes from parents, relatives, and teachers, all reminding them to stay punctual and follow their timetable. Staying connected with everyone, they encouraged each other as well. Their first exam was a language paper, scheduled for three hours, but all three completed it confidently within two hours and walked out together. Their teacher, surprised, asked why they had come out early when time was still left, but they replied with confidence that they had answered all questions properly.
After the exams, they rested in their hostel rooms. The school warden advised them to relax and inform their parents about their return plans for the holidays. The next day, their fathers arrived one by one to take them home. Though they all lived in the same city, Varanasi, each father drove his daughter separately. As their cars moved along the same road, the girls waved goodbye to each other at the junction, promising to meet again soon. At home, their families welcomed them with joy and pride. Yet, during meals, Ena felt something missing—she missed sitting and eating with Mena and Deka. When her parents noticed her silence, she explained how much she missed her friends.
That evening, the three friends spoke over the phone, laughing, joking, and once again drifting into conversations about their future. Ena suggested that instead of just talking, they should meet and seriously plan their next steps, especially since they would soon join college for graduation. They decided to meet after three days. On the chosen day, they gathered at a beautiful park near the river in Varanasi. They enjoyed the scenery, had snacks, and then sat together to discuss their plans seriously. They spoke about saving money, building something meaningful, and becoming independent.
After much discussion, they decided to start a crèche for young children whose parents were working and unable to care for them during the day. They planned to create a safe, clean, and loving environment for these children. They also decided to employ women who needed financial support, giving them an opportunity to earn a livelihood. Inspired and determined, they returned home and approached their parents for financial help. Initially, their fathers were hesitant, questioning how they would manage both studies and business while staying in a hostel. But the girls confidently explained their plan—to open the crèche near their college so they could manage both responsibilities.
After some thought, their parents agreed to support them, setting one condition: they must not neglect their education. With determination, Ena, Mena, and Deka started their crèche. Within twenty days, it began running smoothly. Around 40 to 50 children were enrolled, and they hired several women to take care of them. The crèche operated from morning 8 a.m. to evening 5 p.m. Soon, it started generating income, and they managed salaries and expenses responsibly.
After a month and a half of vacation, college began. Even during their busy schedules, the girls remained dedicated. Every evening, with the warden's permission, they visited the crèche for an hour to supervise and ensure everything was running properly. As days passed, their success grew. The number of children increased to nearly 80, and they expanded their staff to around 15 workers. Encouraged by this growth, they even purchased a new car to manage their travel between college and the crèche. With permission from the college principal, they parked it on campus and used it to visit their centers efficiently.
Soon, they opened another crèche about two kilometers away. Managing time became challenging, but their determination never faded. They were allowed only one hour after college, yet they used it wisely to inspect their centers. Their efforts paid off—their crèche gained popularity for its cleanliness, discipline, and playway learning methods. News about their success appeared in newspapers, bringing them recognition and appreciation. Their parents felt immense pride seeing their daughters balancing education and entrepreneurship so successfully.
Ena, Mena, and Deka continued to stay in touch with their families, updating them regularly about their progress and seeking their blessings. Day by day, their journey moved forward, filled with hard work, friendship, ambition, and the dream of building something meaningful together.