The Inspiring Story of a Math Teacher Who Swims to School for 20 Years

In Kerala, a dedicated teacher undertakes a daily swim across the Kadalundi River to reach his school. This has been his routine for over two decades. The teacher, Abdul Malik, a mathematics instructor from Padinjattumuri village in the Malappuram district, makes this aquatic journey to the Muslim Lower Primary School in Malappuram. This method circumvents a 12-kilometer road trip. His commitment to education has made him a source of inspiration. He carries his books and clothes in a plastic bag, swimming across the river every day. Malik is also committed to environmental conservation, leading river cleaning campaigns.