{
  "id": 9880358,
  "title": "Daughter reveals mom pawned her gold bangles to pay her NIT admission fee",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/daughter-reveals-mom-pawned-her-gold-bangles-to-pay-her-nit-admission",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-26T01:23:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/parenting/moments/every-day-i-show-up-for-her-daughter-reveals-how-mom-pawned-her-gold-bangles-to-pay-her-nit-admission-fee/articleshow/134495491.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anusmita Mohapatra, now employed at Flipkart in Bengaluru, recently shared her story on Instagram about how her mother pawned gold bangles to help her enroll at NIT Trichy. Anusmita's mother, Amita Mohapatra, who was a government teacher in Ambodala, Odisha, had to work far away from her family to make ends meet. Amita's monthly salary was only ₹3,000, and although she was later offered a permanent position, the family lacked the funds for Anusmita's college admission and hostel fees of approximately ₹1.25 lakh. To cover the expenses, Amita pawned her gold bangles and used the money to support her daughter's education. This was not the only sacrifice Amita made; she also left her family behind during her job to support Anusmita's college fees until she could become self-sufficient. The Instagram video shared by Anusmita depicts the emotional bond between the mother and daughter, highlighting Amita's dedication and Anusmita's success as a testament to her mother's sacrifices. Anusmita emphasized that her mother's actions went beyond financial support, as she continues to show up for her at work at Flipkart, proving that the family's struggles were worth it.",
  "summary": "In a heartfelt reflection, Anusmita Mohapatra recounts her mother's remarkable sacrifices made for her education. To ensure Anusmita could attend NIT Trichy, her mother pawned her cherished gold bangles, funding her college fees. This critical support has paved the way for Anusmita’s thriving career at Flipkart. She is now dedicated to honoring her mother's commitment through her efforts,…",
  "key_points": [
    "Anusmita's mom pawned gold bangles for NIT Trichy fees",
    "Amita Mohapatra, government teacher, earned ₹3,000/month",
    "Mother supported daughter's education despite distance"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The mother's sacrifices, including pawning her gold bangles, underscore the depth of her commitment to her daughter's education and career, illustrating a profound impact on their family's dynamics and priorities.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}