In the late 1970s, Christian workers from all over India ventured into remote villages, serving communities amidst immense hardships. However, a deep concern burdened their hearts—the lack of access to quality education for their children.

It was during one such moment that Prof. Ivan Balasingh was invited to preach at the “Meetings of Vision,” that was held every December at Dohnavur. As he stood in the midst of serene, tidy, and orderly surroundings, a profound question gripped his heart: “You are taking care of one missionary child, but what about the hundreds of others? Who will care for them?” This question did not fade; instead, it grew stronger with time. As he engaged in deep discussions with Ms. Margaret Wilkinson, Mr. G. David Aruldasan, and Ms. Eleanor D. Backhouse—leaders of the Dohnavur Fellowship—the seeds of a new vision began to take root. Their shared passion for serving these families led to the birth to Santhosha Vidhyalaya in 1982.