Rishabh Pant is always in the spotlight for his explosive batting and match-winning knocks. But this time, it’s not about cricket. It’s about a silent gesture that deeply touched a young life in Karnataka. The Indian cricketer quietly paid the college fees of a girl who couldn’t afford it, without seeking any attention or applause. This simple act of kindness is now going viral for all the right reasons.
Jyoti Kanabur Math, a girl from Rabkavi village in Bagalkot district, had scored 85% in her Pre-University Course. She dreamt of becoming a software engineer and had secured admission to a BCA course at the Bijapur Lingayat Education institution in Jamkhandi. However, the ₹40,000 fee was a major hurdle for her family. Her father, Teerthayya Kanabur Math, didn’t have the means to support her education.
In a moment of desperation, her parents sought help from a local well-wisher named Anil. He reached out to his friend Akshay in Bengaluru, hoping to find someone willing to support Jyoti’s education. Akshay shared Jyoti’s story with Rishabh Pant, and what happened next was both unexpected and heartwarming. Without any delay or announcement, Pant transferred the full amount directly to the college.
Jyoti, overwhelmed with gratitude, did not stay silent. Along with the college management, she wrote a heartfelt thank-you letter to Pant. In her message, she shared how his support helped save her dream and gave her a second chance. She also expressed a strong desire to support underprivileged children in the future, adding a powerful message – “Save the girl child and empower the girl child.”
For Rishabh pant₹40,000 might not be a large amount, but for Jyoti, it opened the door to a brighter future. It meant she could continue her studies and move closer to her dream, instead of being held back by financial struggles. In a country where many girls drop out of school due to lack of money, this gesture reminds us how one person’s support can bring real change.
What makes this act even more special is that Pant did not publicise it. There were no social media posts or press releases. The story only surfaced because Jyoti chose to thank him openly. This incident reveals a rare, compassionate side of Rishabh Pant that fans don’t often see. While he dazzles on the cricket field, off the field he’s quietly proving to be a thoughtful and caring human being.
At a time when many celebrities seem detached from ground realities, Pant’s gesture feels genuine and heartfelt. He didn’t just pay a college fee – he gave a young girl hope and a chance to change her life.
