Monsoon rains between June and September make up about three-quarters of the annual rainfall in South Asia, where India is located – however experts say that this year the rainfall has been particularly intense.

As a result, some parts of the country have been much wetter than usual, with huge downpours and flooding recorded in many areas.

One of the places affected is Rajasthan, where Mr Singh lives.

After heavy rain left the village school unusable, he decided to open up his rural home so that teaching could continue.

Mr Singh, who never had the chance to attend school, wanted to make sure that the children in his village did.

He explained: “If I had not taken that quick decision, many children would have dropped out.

“The only other school is in a neighbouring village, which is a two kilometre trek in the hills. While the older students would have managed, the younger ones wouldn’t have.”

He added that it was “essential for these children to go to school, get an education and accomplish their goals.”

Mr Singh’s thoughtful act has turned him into a local celebrity.

One resident described him as a “hero for the entire village” while another said: “If he had not offered his house for the school, many of the children would have dropped out. We all appreciate his gesture.”