Dr. Arun Oraon, a 1992 batch IPS officer of the Punjab cadre with a medical background, chose voluntary retirement to educate young individuals in a Ranchi village.

 He aimed to serve Jharkhand’s impoverished tribal communities by establishing a free night school from 6 PM to 8:30 PM for government school students requiring additional academic support.

Dr. Arun Oraon initiated the Kartik Oraon Ratri Pathshala to address basic skill gaps among village youths in Jharkhand. Starting in Uchri village, the program expanded to 102 night schools across Ranchi and neighboring districts, teaching over 5,000 students with the help of 400 volunteers. The curriculum includes English, computer skills, and extracurricular activities, enhancing students’ academic and social abilities.

These schools, utilize community spaces for classes, fostering a network of learning through social media.