Faizal Khan aka for khan sir grew up in a small town in Uttar Pradesh in a middle class family. Khan sir’s father was a contractor and his mother managed the household. Despite the financial struggles Faizal had big dreams of building a better future for himself.
Early Failures That Fueled Determination
As a young boy Faizal wanted to join the Indian Army. He attempted three times – first for Sainik School, then for a polytechnic college and finally for NDA. Each time he failed. Heartbroken but not defeated Faizal didn’t give up.
With limited options he started tutoring a student. To everyone’s surprise that student topped his class. Word spread fast and more students started coming to him for help.
Building a Legacy in Education
Life was tough. One evening after teaching all day Faizal counted his earnings – just Rs 40. The bus fare home was Rs 90 so he decided to walk the entire distance, tired and hungry but determined. Sitting by the Ganga that night he made a life changing decision – he would start his own coaching center.
With the help of friends he opened a small coaching class. But success also brought enemies. One night his coaching center was bombed. Instead of quitting Faizal’s resolve only grew stronger. The next morning his students arrived with brooms and helped him clean up the debris. Their unwavering support gave him the strength to move forward.
One day a company offered him Rs 107 crore to join them. But he declined.
“My students need me,” he said.
For Khan Sir teaching has never been about money – it has always been about changing lives. Today he is one of India’s most popular teachers with millions of subscribers on YouTube. Though he earns well his true happiness lies in seeing his students succeed.