Wings To Neverland

India – 12 Things You (Possibly) Didn't Know

A Chance In Life Season 1 Episode 7

In this vibrant episode of Wings to Neverland, Peter and Wendy take you on an unforgettable journey through India—the land of festivals, sacred rodents, twin villages, and 1.4 billion stories. This is the second stop in our ongoing series, 12 Things You (Possibly) Didn’t Know About…, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and little-known facts about the countries where A Chance In Life works.

Did you know India has a floating post office? Or a road where cars appear to roll uphill? Or a village with an unusually high number of twins—and no one knows why? From ancient cities and democratic superpowers to vegetarian megatrends, gravity-defying hills, and the birthplace of both chess and sugar, this episode is packed with surprises that will have you laughing, marveling, and possibly Googling “Magnetic Hill” by the end.

But beyond the fun facts and fantastical stories lies a deeper truth: India is home to millions of children growing up in poverty, many without access to education or basic safety. That’s where A Chance In Life comes in—and why this episode introduces us to Binoj, a boy from Kerala whose transformation from a withdrawn five-year-old to a confident youth leader will leave you inspired.

Through the incredible support of Savio Home—one of our local partner programs in India—Binoj found not just education, but healing, confidence, and the chance to become a mentor for others. His journey is a powerful reminder of what happens when you invest in a child’s full potential.

So whether you’re sipping chai or dodging traffic, this episode is for you. It’s a celebration of culture, resilience, and the quiet magic of opportunity.

Second star to the right… and straight on till Kerala.