Riding to education: Assam boy's inspiring journey

In a heartwarming display of determination and resilience, an 8-year-old boy from Assam's Borbakra village has gone viral on the Internet for riding a horse to school every day.

Yuvaraj Rabha, a student of Dakshin Pantan Tribal Middle English School near the Assam-Meghalaya border, braves the hilly terrain on his trusty steed, showcasing his unwavering commitment to education.

The video was shared by ‘The Northeast Dialogue’ on X (formerly Twitter).

After Meghalaya, now Assam steals the spotlight!

🐎 A video has gone viral where a boy named Yuvraj casually rides a horse to school — while others come on cycles and cars, he gallops in style!

Truly living up to his royal name! #Assam #ViralVideo #YuvrajOnHorse #Bharat pic.twitter.com/9jnyayOHyO

— The Northeast Dialogue (@TheNEdialogue) September 2, 2025

While his classmates opt for walking or cycling, Yuvaraj's horseback ride highlights the struggles faced by rural children in accessing education, particularly in areas with inadequate infrastructure and transportation facilities. His punctuality and discipline have earned praise from teachers, and villagers see his story as a testament to the unyielding spirit of children who overcome obstacles to pursue their dreams.