Ms. Sumi Kurmi.
In the small village named Matipul,under bokajan block, Karbi Anglong district, many people suffer quietly because they cannot afford medical care. For years, villagers had to travel far, spend money they did not have, or sometimes avoid treatment completely. Seeing this, a young woman named Sumi Kurmi, only 23 years old, decided to help.
After finishing her schooling in Khatkhati, higher secondary in Bokajan, and graduation from Bokajan College, she studied ANM Nursing at the Jorhat Assam Institute of Medical Science and Paramedical Academy. She completed her training in January 2025. With her knowledge and skills, she chose to serve the people who needed her most.
Ms. Sumi Kurmi providing free health service to the need in her village
Instead of looking for a high-paying job in the city, Sumi came back to her village. She started giving free medical services to the people around Matipul. She checks blood pressure, sugar levels, gives injections, and treats common sickness. Many mornings, she walks long distances to reach patients. With her hard-earned money from giving home tuition to nearby neighbors, she has even bought simple basic tools like a stethoscope and BP machine to continue her work.
Slowly, the villagers began to trust her. They call her whenever they need help, even at night. Because of her care, many elders are now able to manage their BP and sugar levels better. Children are getting sick less often, and pregnant women are receiving timely advice. For the people of Matipul, Sumi is someone they can depend on in times of need.
Sumi’s story shows that real service does not wait for big resources. It starts with courage, kindness, and steady effort.
