Improving quality of life in the districts of Narmada and Bharuch, Gujarat
On a surprisingly hot morning in March, we (i.e. Gram Vikas Trust’s junior team and myself) drove 30 minutes out…
This hospital has never turned a single patient away
“I will treat without exception all who seek my ministrations.”– from the Hippocratic Oath. 60 year old Savitaben (name changed)…
Lives changed by Blind Welfare Council
Blind Welfare Council’s impact can best be understood through the lives it changes. Here is the exceptional story of Girish….
How it began at Blind Welfare Council, Dahod
Blind Welfare Council, Dahod has been set up by Mr. Yusufi Kapadia along with seven of his friends. Infact 8…
Working for the disabled in the tribal district of Dahod, Gujarat
A Wikipedia article on “Dahod” will tell you that the town is a “model town”. This made me wonder why…
After setting up LIC, its Founder set up this hospital to give life insurance to the poor
“How do you build a lasting legacy? Not with bricks and mortar, but by setting men’s hearts on fire with…
Lives changed by Charutar Arogya Mandal
Charutar Arogya Mandal’s mission is to provide quality healthcare for people from all strata of society. Which is why it…
How it began at Gram Vikas Trust
“I am blessed!! I am blessed because I was given, when I had absolutely nothing, the basics in life and…
Discovering Ahmedabad’s history and culture at night
There’s more to Ahmedabad than meets the eye. Look beyond the garbage, the everybody-has-their-own-rules traffic, and the endless stalls of…