Heartwarming Story of Titin from Indramayu, a Disabled Religious Teacher Appreciated by Ministry

Titin Maryatin, a 35-year-old teacher from Indramayu, West Java, who lives with a physical disability, received an emotional and joyous surprise when officials from the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) visited her Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah Ula "Dalilun Ni'mah."

Head of the Indramayu Kemenag Office, Aghuts Muhaimin, accompanied by Ahmad Fadlali, Head of the Religious Education and Islamic Boarding School Section, made a special trip to the school. Their visit, intended to monitor final year exams, turned into an occasion to express appreciation for Titin's extraordinary dedication to educating young Muslims.

Born without fully formed legs, Titin's physical challenges did not deter her from pursuing her dream of becoming an educator. Although her formal schooling ended at junior high, she has found fulfillment in teaching, serving as both a madrasah teacher and a private tutor in her neighborhood. She spends her days and evenings diligently imparting knowledge, traveling by her three-wheeled electric bicycle, which serves as her primary mode of transport.

"I am so happy and touched. I was given a lot of money. I never expected such a visit," Titin expressed, overwhelmed with emotion. Her income is modest, but her motivation stems from a deep sense of purpose. "The important thing is that the children can read the Quran. That makes me happy," she said, highlighting her unwavering commitment to her students' spiritual education.