The Students Literary and Scientific Society School (SL & SS girls) in Girgaon, Mumbai, founded in 1848 by social reformers, is facing an existential crisis as student enrollment plummets from 1,200 to just 68. The school, once a beacon of women's education, has struggled to adapt to demographic changes and government policies. The management, led by chairperson Vrinda Bhagwat, has made emotional appeals for support, stating that teacher recruitment is tied to student numbers, resulting in a drastic reduction of staff from 20-25 teachers to only six. Despite these challenges, the school continues to uphold its traditions, providing free meals and support to students from underprivileged backgrounds. Former students lament the decline of their alma mater, with many advocating for government recognition and support to preserve this cultural heritage. Trustee Prakash Chikhalikar emphasizes the need for funding to maintain the school's historic building and legacy, highlighting a contradiction between the government's promotion of the Marathi language and the struggles faced by Marathi-medium schools. The future of this institution remains uncertain, with discussions of potential closure looming.