Tale about man going back to school at the age of 77 inspires people. Watch
“So beautiful,” expressed an Instagram user while reacting to the video.
It is never too later to learn. And this video of an 81-year-old man perfectly shows that. Shared on Twitter, the post showcases how he went back to school at the age of 77 to fulfill his lifelong dream of learning. There is a chance that his story will leave you inspired.

The video, along with a descriptive caption, is posted on the official Twitter handle called GoodNewsCorrespondent. “My grandfather is 81 years old. At 9, he left school to go work. He always dreamed of reading - at 77 we enrolled him in school. He fulfilled his dream and now dedicates several hours a day to his studies. He taught us to never give up,” reads the caption shared along with the video.
The video shows the elderly man reading a book. Take a look at the clip:
The video has been posted a few hours ago. Since being shared, the clip has accumulated nearly 18,000 views and counting. It has also gathered tons of appreciative comments from people.
“We take the ability to learn and read for granted. Thank you for reminding us how blessed we are and also how much we have to learn about the rest of the world,” wrote a Twitter user. “So beautiful,” expressed another. “Ability to read opens up a whole new world. Great inspiration to all. Heartwarming. Family rightfully proud,” commented a third.
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ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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