GramaShri Seva at Ratnapur Village on 17th August 2025

As part of today’s GramaShri Seva, a Medical, Balavikas camp and skill development activity were conducted with the support of 2 doctors, 9 volunteers from Hyderabad, and 5 volunteers from Ratnapur. Below are the details:

Medical Camp:

* 105 villagers (aged between 11 months to 65 years, both male and female) attended and utilized the medical services.
* The 2 doctors thoroughly examined all the patients, suggested medicines, and gave guidance.
* The doctors patiently gave special instructions to children, young girls, and women.
* Sugar tests were conducted for 33 people, and BP check-ups were done for 104 people.
* A street-wise and door-to-door campaign was conducted to spread awareness about the camp.

Balavikas Classes:

* 60 students (from 4th class to Intermediate 2nd year) attended.
* Volunteers conducted bhajans and taught moral stories from the Holy Trio and other great personalities.
* Prasadam (biscuits, milk, and bananas) was distributed to the children.

Women Empowerment :

* A skill development activity on kumkum making was conducted.
* 12 women participated enthusiastically, learned the process, and requested support for materials to continue this activity.
* Next steps include either providing the materials and paying for their labour, or helping them market their products through DWACRA/Self-Help Groups with the assistance of the Village Organizer Assistant (VOA).

Impact :
Though participation was slightly less due to paddy work in the village, today’s seva was meaningful and fruitful.

As the food caterer was not available, volunteers themselves prepared breakfast and lunch and brought for all volunteers and doctors.