Despite India's rapid economic growth, beggary is emerging as significant issue, particularly among women and children. Anugya Jain (2017), poverty being most prevalent cause, these children, poorest of poor, prioritize basic needs like food, while other necessities such as shelter, clothing, health, and education remain out of reach. Times of India (July 5, 2023), Maharashtra has the highest number of begging street children. Hindustan Times (5th June 2022), Pune is moving towards becoming a smart city, problem of begging has increased over past two years of Covid-19 pandemic. Times of India (2nd December 2019), reports study by NGO Prerna, Mumbai, on induction of children into begging mostly by migrant backward communities. 80% children in age group of 6-12 yrs beg, belonged to Pardhi and Wadar communities. These children face numerous barriers to education, including economic instability, lack of identification, social stigma, need for immediate survival over long-term educational goals. Many miss out formal schooling, perpetuating poverty and marginalization. NGOs play vital role by offering flexible, non-formal education programs that include basic literacy, numeracy, vocational training, and life skills education. Mobile schools, drop-in centers have shown some effectiveness, yet their success is limited, children often return to same detrimental environments. A holistic approach is essential, encompassing their psychological and emotional needs, health and nutrition, and social support. Community involvement and awareness-raising are critical to combating stigma, discrimination faced by these children. Sanchi Integration Association, Pune launched a project focusing on education of these children. This paper discusses key learnings from fieldwork, observations, in-depth interviews with various stakeholders, adopting a multidisciplinary perspective that draws on anthropology, sociology, psychology, and education. Overall, the paper highlights importance of expanding concept of education to include a longitudinal approach that supports children from childhood through adulthood and beyond, providing valuable insights into addressing this complex issue.