Swapan Suin: The ‘Mangrove Boy of India’
In the saline air and dense forests of the Sundarbans, a hero is at work. Swapan Suin, famously known as the “Mangrove Boy of India,” has long been celebrated for planting over 4.8 lakh mangrove saplings to protect his homeland from cyclones. But today, he is planting a different kind of seed—the seed of education.
From Environmentalist to Educational Visionary
While most entrepreneurs invest their profits into expanding businesses, Swapan has chosen to invest his life’s earnings into the children of Manipur, Sandeshkhali. Through his Sukher Swarga Foundation, he has built the Safalya Academy—a modern, two-story English Medium school designed to bridge the gap between rural and urban education.
”These are my own children”
When asked why he chose to spend his hard-earned money on a school instead of personal profit, Swapan’s answer is simple yet profound:
“I don’t see these students as outsiders. They are my own children. If they succeed, my land succeeds.”
Safalya Academy: At a Glance (Started 2026)
- A Modern Oasis: A beautifully constructed building with urban-class facilities in a remote village.
- Rapid Growth: Already home to over 150+ students from Nursery to Class 5 in its very first year.
- Selfless Investment: Built through Swapan’s personal struggle and vision to ensure no child in the Sundarbans is left behind.
Why Swapan Suin is a True Leader
Swapan’s journey from a humble background to becoming the “Mangrove Boy” and now an “Education Pioneer” shows that leadership isn’t about power—it’s about service. By protecting the land with mangroves and the future with books, Swapan Suin is truly the guardian of the Sundarbans.