Shubhika was born and raised in West Bengal, where she married and built a joyful life with her husband and two children—a daughter and a son. Her world was filled with happiness, surrounded by her husband and extended family. But when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, tragedy followed. Her husband fell victim to the virus, leaving Shubhika alone with her two children, one just 6 months old. Grief-stricken and overwhelmed by the sudden responsibility, Shubhika struggled to find a way forward. A year passed, and she knew she needed to provide for her family, but the demands of caring for two small children made it impossible to take up a traditional job. One day, a close friend who worked as a teacher at a local computer center reached out to her. Understanding Shubhika’s situation, she suggested an alternative path—online classes in graphic design. Intrigued by the idea, Shubhika decided to take the leap.

With determination and hard work, she immersed herself in learning graphic design, attending classes online while managing her household. Her perseverance paid off as she honed her skills and started taking on freelance projects from home. Slowly but surely, she began to earn an income, allowing her to support her children and take care of her aging parents. Today, Shubhika has transformed her life. Despite the hardships, she has built a stable career in graphic design, working from home while being there for her family. She found strength in adversity and created a new life, filled with hope and resilience, for herself and her children.