Education can end exploitation of 1000 children

Topon, a native of Assam, joined El Shaddai in the year 2011. He was just 5 years when he was enrolled in Victory House. He comes from a poor family of farmers. Topon recalls his connection with football since he was a child. His father cultivated a passion in him for the sport. When he joined Shanti Niketan (his first school), he joined the El Shaddai Sports & Cultural Club and was trained under the guidance of Coach Valentino. After playing a few matches at the club, he soon reached the 2nd division. During these games, Goa Football Development Council (GFDC) members identified his inborn instincts and were impressed with his skills. They selected him to play for the Goa U14 team, where he carved out his stardom by hitting lead goals to victory. Whilst Topon was playing for the U14 team, a coach named Alex noticed his potential and referred him to Dempo S.C. to play for the U14 club team. He recently joined Dempo S.C. and is always in the starting line-up of the team for all the matches. Topon has currently scored more than 25 goals in his career at Dempo S.C, and turns out as 'man of the match' quite often. He has disciplined himself to wake early and travel long distances just to get a good practice session with his team. Topon has just not excelled in football but has also transcended in his academics, topping the class. He has set his dreams towards reaching the Indian football team after his graduation.