Celebrating Leadership and Inclusivity: International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024

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Disability is a multifaceted issue in India, encompassing physical, sensory, intellectual, and mental health conditions. According to the Census of India 2011, approximately 2.21% of the population, or 26.8 million people, live with some form of disability. However, experts suggest this figure is an underestimation due to cultural stigmas and reporting limitations. Despite significant advancements … Celebrating Leadership and Inclusivity: International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024

Empowering and Transforming Tribal Lives: A Remarkable Journey

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Since the 2000s, the Rural Development Institute (RDI) of the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust has been instrumental in transforming the lives of tribal communities in the Kalsi and Chakrata blocks of Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Through a multi-sectoral approach spanning health, education, water, and sanitation, RDI addresses the unique challenges faced by these mountainous and underserved regions, … Empowering and Transforming Tribal Lives: A Remarkable Journey

Waste Paper Recycling Unit : A Sustainable Step Forward

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In an era where sustainability is paramount, organizations have a unique opportunity to lead by example. Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) embraced this role by establishing a Waste Paper Recycling Unit. This initiative not only helped manage paper waste effectively but also fostered a culture of environmental responsibility across the campus. Universities produce vast amounts … Waste Paper Recycling Unit : A Sustainable Step Forward

RDI Foundation Day (40-Day campaign with “Involvement of All”)

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This year’s RDI Foundation Day celebration embodied the vision of H.H. Swami Rama, emphasizing community service through outreach initiatives. Central to the event was a 40-day campaign built on the theme of “Involvement of All.” Across all operational areas, the campaign engaged beneficiaries, stakeholders, providers, partners, and institutions, encouraging the adoption of best practices in … RDI Foundation Day (40-Day campaign with “Involvement of All”)

World Breastfeeding Week 2024: Bridging the Gap for Better Support

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The National Family Health Survey-5 data underscores the critical need for promoting breastfeeding, particularly exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life. While the survey shows a slight improvement in exclusive breastfeeding rates—from 54.9% in NFHS-4 to 63.7% in NFHS-5—there is still a significant portion of infants not receiving optimal nutrition. Breastfeeding is essential … World Breastfeeding Week 2024: Bridging the Gap for Better Support

Virtual Immersion: Transforming Maternal and Child Health

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For over three decades, the Rural Development Institute at the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust has been steadfast in its mission to elevate health standards across rural Uttarakhand. Dedicated to enhancing maternal and child health indicators, the institute has spearheaded numerous initiatives at local, district, state, and national levels. Central to its efforts is the Maternal … Virtual Immersion: Transforming Maternal and Child Health

Empowering Rural Youth: Integrated Skill Development Courses for Sustainable Employment and Community Growth

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Skill development courses are essential for rural youth as they provide opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and economic independence. These programs bridge the gap between education and employability, equipping young individuals with practical, industry-relevant skills. In rural areas, where opportunities are often limited, skill courses can significantly enhance job prospects, reduce migration to urban centers and … Empowering Rural Youth: Integrated Skill Development Courses for Sustainable Employment and Community Growth

रोग प्रतिरोधक क्षमता एवं स्वउपचार

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इस वैश्विक महामारी के दौर में व्यक्ति की प्रतिरोधक क्षमता जैसे प्रमुख विषय पर प्रकाश डालने के लिए मै न्यूजलैटर इस अंक मे मियास्म श्रंखला को रोक रही हूं। मीडिया द्वारा केवल मास्क पहनने एवं क्वारंटीन पर पर जोर दिया जा रहा है। वैश्विक अर्थव्यवस्था, बेरोजगारी के स्तर एवं आजीविका के साधनों का नुकसान जैसे … रोग प्रतिरोधक क्षमता एवं स्वउपचार

Successful Partnerships

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In September 2012 we visited Bihar to see a unique mini skill model for Mother and Newborn care in the far-flung rural areas.  This was a strengthening of Government structure through the support of national and bilateral agencies : ILFS, CARE India, BMGF and BBC/Bloomberg.  ILFS took care of training of ASHAs (along with impact … Successful Partnerships

SANKALP

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Strengthening Program Implementation to Achieve Single-digit Neonatal Mortality in Haridwar District, Uttarakhand by 2026 Sankalp is a multidistrict project focused on strengthening program implementation to reduce neonatal mortality to single-digit in 10 selected sites across the country. These sites are Varanasi and Unnao in Uttar Pradesh, Haridwar in Uttarakhand, Ambala in Haryana, Khargaon in Madhya … SANKALP