In a heartwarming tale that has captured the imagination of thousands online, a man from Telangana has fulfilled what he calls one of the most meaningful dreams of his life - bringing his elderly parents on their first-ever airplane journey to visit him in the United Kingdom.
From Village Fields to UK Skies
Sanjeeva Reddy Thalla, a programmer now based in the UK, documented the deeply emotional journey of his parents who had spent their entire lives in a small Telangana village. The video, shared on social media platforms, begins with poignant scenes of his parents in their village agricultural fields before transitioning to their joyous reunion with Sanjeeva, his wife, and their child in the United Kingdom.
In his emotional caption accompanying the video, Sanjeeva highlighted just how monumental this experience was for his parents. "It was their first ever flight. It was their first time crossing our state's border. It was their first time sitting in an aircraft. It was their first time wearing shoes," he wrote, emphasizing the completely new world they were experiencing.
A Journey From Humble Beginnings
Sanjeeva reflected on the stark contrast between their current reality and his childhood struggles. "As they were landing in the UK, my mind went back to my school days in a village in Telangana. I remember wearing trousers with patches on them. I remember carrying my books in a school bag made from a used fertiliser sack," he shared, painting a vivid picture of their humble origins.
The programmer revealed that for much of his life, his family didn't even have a proper house. "And now, here they are. In my home," he wrote, capturing the emotional significance of the moment. He also mentioned how his mother still signs documents with her thumbprint and his father can barely sign his name in Telugu, serving as a powerful reminder of their modest background.
What Makes This Achievement Special
Calling it one of the most meaningful moments of his life, Sanjeeva put this achievement in perspective. "This isn't the biggest achievement. This isn't about buying a house. It is all about this moment," he emphasized, suggesting that some of life's most precious accomplishments aren't measured in material possessions.
According to his LinkedIn profile, Sanjeeva Reddy Thalla works as a Statistical Senior Programmer at IQVIA in the UK, a position he has held since 2022. His professional journey includes previous associations with pharmaceutical giants Novartis and Tigermed in similar roles. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from St. Peter's Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (SPIPS) in Hanamkonda, Telangana.
Internet Responds With Overwhelming Support
The touching post quickly resonated with social media users, amassing thousands of heartfelt responses. One user commented, "You should be proud of yourself, it's such a great feeling to be able to do this for your parents!" Another supporter wrote, "Accompanying parents along with our success is the real success!! You made it, man!!"
Sanjeeva perfectly summarized the emotional milestone by stating, "From that situation to a world where their son could bring them across continents," capturing the incredible journey from their village life in Telangana to experiencing international travel and family reunion in the United Kingdom.
