Revoi News, September 1, 2026 – Thousands of real stories about the determination and courage of a woman in the form of a mother can be found in the Indian society. Who gives this ability and strength to mothers cannot be known till date. But from time to time such mothers have emerged like shining lights in the Indian society. And now there has been an addition to it.
It's about Ramabai Ranveer. As a widow and the sole breadwinner of her family, she works hard for her daughters' higher education (one daughter is pursuing B.Sc. while the other is preparing for police recruitment).
Ramabai, who is facing daily struggle, came to know that a running competition is to be organized in her city and whoever wins it will get a prize of Rs 3000. He took part in this race with the specific aim of winning a cash prize of Rs 3000 to buy textbooks and pay the fees for his daughters.
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Ramabai had nothing else except strong morale.
When Ramabai Ranveer, a 47-year-old mother from Ambajogai village in Maharashtra, heard about a local marathon called 'Amrit Run', she decided to participate in it. The winner was to get Rs 3000. For many people, Rs 3000 may seem a small amount. But this amount was a big deal for a mother struggling to fulfill the dreams of her children. This could help in education. Fees could be paid through this. This could help their daughters take a step forward towards their dreams.
He did not have proper running shoes, professional sportswear or special training. But he had something stronger than all this…. A dream for his daughters and a strong determination to ensure that their education continues.
And stepped on the bare feet…
Although he did not have the training required for professional athletics, he participated in the 3 kilometer race. She had come to participate in the marathon wearing a simple saree and slippers. Around them were younger runners, many of whom were better prepared and wearing suitable running shoes. But Ramabai had only one goal in her heart: to run for her daughters and their future.
I fought a lot, manly, with Ramabai of Ambajogai…
As the race started, his slippers started creating problems and slowing down his pace. They could have stopped. He could have given up. But he did not do that. Instead Ramabai removed her slippers, held them in her hand and continued running barefoot. And ultimately defeated co-competitors much younger than him. Ramabai Ranveer crossed the finish line first and won the marathon. He won the prize money of Rs 3000, which he wanted to use for his daughters' education. It is a fact that there is no greater warrior than a mother.