Who is Sesappanna? The Bantwal civic worker has drawn attention for driving a ₹35 lakh Fortuner to work before sweeping streets. From earning a daily wage of ₹50 to owning a house and SUV, his journey reflects hard work and perseverance.
For most people, seeing a civic worker arrive for an early morning shift may not seem unusual. But at B.C. Road in Bantwal, one civic worker has been drawing attention for arriving at work in a ₹35 lakh Toyota Fortuner before picking up his broom and beginning his daily duties. Sesappanna, who has worked as a civic worker for decades, starts his day at 5 am, sweeps the streets until noon and then heads to his dairy farm and other work. His journey from earning a daily wage of just ₹50 to owning a house and a high-end SUV is a story of determination, hard work and resilience.
From ₹50 Daily Wage To A Fortuner
Sesappanna began working as a civic worker in 1996, earning a daily wage of just ₹50. His employment eventually became permanent.
Having studied only until Class 3, Sesappanna faced several challenges while building his life. At one point, personal and family difficulties led him to develop a drinking habit. However, he eventually decided to change his life.
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After 2005, he made a firm decision to give up alcohol and focus on his work and family. He was inspired by the words of an SI named Belliyappa, which encouraged him to turn his life around.
Since then, Sesappanna has remained focused on earning a respectable livelihood through hard work.
On Duty At 5 AM Every Day
Every morning, Sesappanna reaches BC Road in Bantwal at 5 am and works as a civic worker until noon.
His responsibilities include sweeping the streets and carrying out other duties assigned to him. When required, he has also taken on the responsibility of driving a waste disposal vehicle.
Despite arriving at work in a Fortuner, he does not hesitate to pick up his broom and carry out his duties.
After completing his civic work, Sesappanna heads to his dairy farm and also takes up other labour work. He reportedly earns around ₹39,000 a month from dairy farming alone.
His income from his civic job, dairy farming and other work has helped him build a more stable life.
A Life Shaped By Hardships
Sesappanna's journey has also been marked by difficult experiences.
When his father died, he did not have enough money to perform the last rites. With no one to help him, he carried his father's body himself to the banks of the Netravati River to perform the funeral rites.
The experience remains one of the most painful memories of his life.
Despite the hardships he faced, Sesappanna continued working and gradually built a better life for himself and his family.
His Passion For Cars
Sesappanna has also developed a strong passion for cars over the years.
He began with a small car before moving on to an Alto and later a Scorpio. Whenever he wanted to upgrade, he would sell his existing vehicle, take a loan for the remaining amount and purchase another car.
A few months ago, he traded in his Alto and Scorpio, took an additional loan and bought a Toyota Fortuner.
Today, the SUV, worth around ₹35 lakh, is a striking contrast to the modest beginnings of his working life.
Proud Of His Profession
What stands out most about Sesappanna's story is his attitude towards his profession.
Regardless of the car he drives or the financial stability he has achieved, he continues to report to work every morning and carry out his responsibilities as a civic worker.
His journey serves as a reminder that dignity does not depend on the nature of one's job, but on the sincerity and commitment with which it is performed.
‘Hoping For A Life Of Respect’
Speaking about his journey, Sesappanna said he has experienced several hardships but continues to work with dedication while hoping to build a respectable life for himself and his family.
“I have faced many hardships in my life. I do my job with dedication. Along with that, I am growing with the hope of seeing a respectable life, just like everyone else. I have raised my children with the same values.” - Sesappanna, Civic Worker
