'Super 30' founder felicitated in US

The Indian-American community has felicitated 'Super 30' founder Anand Kumar in recognition of his efforts to help under-privileged students get into the IITs.

Organised by Bihar and Jharkhand Association of North America (BAJANA), the community members praised Kumar for coaching students from lower-income groups for free, or in some cases at nominal charges.

Ramesh Patel, chairman of the Federation of Indian Associations, and Alok Kumar, its vice-president, presented a plaque to Anand Kumar.

The founder of 'Super 30' - an innovative educational programme that supports students prepare for entrance exams of The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) - Anand Kumar shared the idea that led to the coaching programme.
 

He also talked about his marriage and family.