Jamia Madania Darul Uloom Madrasa in Bishalgarh has emerged as a symbol of humanity and solidarity.
NEW DELHI/AGARTALA — At a time when a 22-month-old girl in Tripura is battling for her life against a rare and severe genetic disorder, a small madrasa with limited means has won hearts by stepping forward to support her treatment, offering a moving example of compassion that rises above religious and social boundaries.
Manashree Chowdhury, a toddler from Tripura, has been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare and life-threatening condition that affects muscle strength and movement. Doctors have reportedly recommended a specialised injection that offers hope for treatment, but the medicine is extremely expensive and must be imported from abroad.
The cost of the treatment is said to be around ₹18 crore, a sum far beyond the reach of the girl’s financially struggling family.
As news of the child’s condition spread across the state, people from different communities, religious groups and social organisations began coming together to support the family. Individuals, voluntary organisations, temples, mosques and educational institutions have all contributed to the growing campaign to save the young girl’s life.
Among those extending support is Jamia Madania Darul Uloom Madrasa in Bishalgarh, which has emerged as a symbol of humanity and solidarity.
The madrasa itself operates under difficult financial conditions. It receives no government assistance and relies entirely on public donations and charitable contributions. Many of its students come from poor families, while several are orphans who depend on the institution for their education and support.
Despite these challenges, the madrasa’s teachers and students decided to contribute whatever they could for Manashree’s treatment.
Together, they collected nearly ₹11,000 and transferred the amount digitally to the child’s family.
For many observers, the contribution was significant not because of the amount itself but because of the circumstances under which it was raised.
The funds came from people who themselves face financial hardship and live with limited resources. Yet they chose to share what little they had in an effort to help save a child’s life.
Speaking about the initiative, madrasa principal Maulana Abdul Rahman said that helping those in need is a fundamental teaching of Islam.
“In Islam, saving one human life is regarded as saving the whole of humanity. Guided by this teaching, our teachers and students felt it was their responsibility to help according to their ability,” he said.
He added that the madrasa community had also prayed for the child’s recovery and hoped that she would receive the treatment she urgently requires.
One of the most touching aspects of the effort was the role played by the students themselves.
According to those associated with the madrasa, several students contributed money by reducing their own personal and food-related expenses. Despite living in conditions of poverty and deprivation, they willingly shared part of their limited resources to support a child they had never met.
Their gesture has been widely praised as an example of selflessness and empathy.
Local residents and social workers have described the contribution as a reminder that humanity often shines brightest through small acts of kindness rather than large displays of wealth.
Supporters of the fundraising campaign say the story demonstrates how people from different faiths and backgrounds can unite when faced with a humanitarian challenge.
The effort has also highlighted the growing public support for Manashree’s treatment, with contributions continuing to arrive from various corners of Tripura and beyond.
Many people involved in the campaign believe that the little girl has become a symbol of collective hope for the state.
“Today, Manashree is not just the daughter of one family. She has become the daughter of Tripura,” said a volunteer associated with the fundraising effort.
As the campaign continues, her family remains hopeful that enough funds can be raised to secure the life-saving treatment she urgently needs.
While the road ahead remains difficult, the response from ordinary citizens, religious institutions and charitable groups has shown how compassion can bring people together in times of crisis.
The contribution made by the Bishalgarh madrasa may be modest in financial terms, but its message is powerful: humanity, kindness and concern for others can overcome barriers of religion, caste and social status.
