As a rickshaw puller, I have lived a life full of struggles and hardships. I was born in a small village in rural Bangladesh, the youngest of seven children. My parents were poor farmers, and we barely had enough to get by. When I was six years old, my father passed away, leaving my mother to raise all of us on her own.
Growing up, I had to work hard to help support my family. I did odd jobs in the village, such as fetching water and chopping wood, but the pay was minimal. When I turned 15, I decided to leave my village and go to the city in search of better opportunities.
I arrived in the city with nothing but the clothes on my back and a small amount of money that I had saved up. I spent the first few weeks looking for work, but it was hard to find a job without any education or skills. Eventually, I came across a man who was looking for a rickshaw puller. I had never ridden a rickshaw before, but I was desperate for work, so I accepted the offer.
At first, it was hard work. I had to wake up early every morning and pull the rickshaw through the crowded streets of the city. The pay was minimal, and I had to work long hours to make ends meet. But as I gained more experience, I became faster and more efficient, and my income started to improve.
Despite the challenges, I was grateful to have a job that allowed me to support my family. I worked hard every day, and eventually I was able to save enough money to send my siblings to school. I also used some of my savings to buy a small plot of land back in my village, where I planned to retire one day.
As the years went by, I continued to work as a rickshaw puller, but my circumstances gradually improved. I was able to save more money, and I was able to afford a small room in the city where I could live with my wife and children. I also started to invest in my rickshaw, fixing it up and adding new features to make it more comfortable for my passengers.
Now, after more than 20 years as a rickshaw puller, I am proud of all that I have accomplished. I have provided for my family and helped them to have a better life. I have also been able to give back to my community by building a small school in my village, where children can get an education.
Looking back on my life, I am grateful for all of the challenges and hardships that I have faced. They have made me stronger and more resilient, and have taught me the value of hard work and determination. I may not be wealthy or successful in the traditional sense, but I am content with the life that I have built for myself and my loved ones.
