Srinagar, June 23 -- Introduction Poverty is not just the absence of money. It is the absence of choices. It decides what you eat, where you study, how you travel, and even how people see you. For millions of families, each day begins with a fight to manage basic needs. Yet, in the middle of this struggle, there is a powerful force that keeps many people moving: hard work. People who work hard despite poverty are not just earning a living. They are proving that dignity, growth, and dreams are not limited by bank balance. Their effort shows that while poverty can delay success, it cannot stop it. Understanding the Burden of Poverty Poverty affects every part of life. A poor child may miss school to help at home. A laborer may work 12 hours...