Bhubaneswar, May 24 -- A devastating personal tragedy transformed the life of 65-year-old Anil Kumar Mahalik, turning a successful businessman into a committed philanthropist dedicated to supporting underprivileged students pursuing higher education.
Mahalik's life changed irreversibly on September 26, 2022, following the loss of a loved one. The emotional trauma left him shattered, but over time, he sought solace in serving society and helping young students realise their academic dreams.
Driven by a desire to "give back to society", Mahalik disposed of substantial portions of his immovable properties and utilised the proceeds to establish the Biswa Bhusan Memorial Trust on April 6, 2023. The charitable trust was created with the objecti...