Narayan Seva Sansthan Ahmedabad Camp Helps 327 Patients
Ahmedabad Camp Helps Hundreds Take a Step Towards Better Mobility
More than 450 people with disabilities attended a free medical assessment camp in Ahmedabad on Sunday, where 327 people were measured for advanced 3D-printed artificial limbs that are expected to be fitted later this year.
The camp was organised at Gujarat University in Navrangpura by Narayan Seva Sansthan in partnership with its corporate social responsibility (CSR) partner, Ingersoll Rand. Doctors and prosthetics and orthotics (P&O) specialists examined participants to identify those who could benefit from artificial limbs, callipers or corrective surgery.
According to the organisers, more than 450 people registered for the programme. After medical examinations, measurements were taken for 327 people who are expected to receive Narayan Modular Artificial Limbs manufactured using Japanese and German technology. Another 33 people were selected for free corrective surgery, while measurements were also taken for callipers.
The event was inaugurated by social worker Ramila Ben T. Patel along with Jogendra Pratap Singh, Vallabhbhai Dhanani, Chandrakantbhai Patel, Kiritbhai Shah, Pushpa Ben Rathore, Ashutoshbhai Pandit, Vivek Patel, Sheetal Patel and Jagdish Chechani.
Speaking at the event, Ramila Ben T. Patel said, “Serving persons with disabilities is the true service of God.” She added that Narayan Seva Sansthan has worked for many years to support the overall development and independence of people with disabilities and said such work should continue to receive support from society.
Mahesh Agrawal, Patron of the organisation and President of its Mumbai branch, encouraged participants to remain confident despite the challenges they face. He said the organisation is working to strengthen people with disabilities physically, socially, economically and intellectually.
Guests also visited different sections of the camp, interacted with participants and spoke with doctors to understand the treatment and rehabilitation process.
Public Relations Head Bhagwan Prasad Gaur, Camp In-charge Hari Prasad Laddha, Surat In-charge Achal Singh Bhati and Ahmedabad In-charge Kailash Chaudhary welcomed the guests following the traditional customs of Mewar.
Growing Need for Rehabilitation Services
Access to rehabilitation and assistive technology remains a major challenge for many people with disabilities in India. Health experts have often pointed out that timely access to artificial limbs, physiotherapy and corrective surgery can improve mobility, education opportunities and employment prospects. Modern prosthetic devices are also becoming lighter, stronger and more comfortable than earlier designs, allowing users greater independence in daily life.
Advances in digital scanning and three-dimensional printing have changed the way many prosthetic limbs are produced. Instead of relying only on traditional casting methods, specialists can now create customised devices using digital measurements, improving accuracy and reducing fitting problems in many cases.
The organisers said participants measured during Sunday’s camp are expected to receive their artificial limbs at another camp in Ahmedabad after about two to three months. The devices are described as lightweight, durable and manufactured using Japanese and German technology.
Free Services Beyond Artificial Limbs
During the programme, the organisation also outlined several of its ongoing welfare activities. These include free corrective surgery for persons with disabilities, distribution of artificial limbs, daily meals for around 5,000 people in need, the Narayan Children’s Academy for children from economically weaker families, self-employment training and mass marriage programmes.
Meals, tea and refreshments were provided for beneficiaries and their family members attending the camp. Around 40 volunteers and team members supported the event, while Mahim Jain coordinated the overall arrangements.
Four Decades of Work
Narayan Seva Sansthan was established in 1985 and has expanded its work across disability care, education and rehabilitation over the past four decades. The organisation says it operates medical, educational and vocational programmes for people with disabilities in India and abroad.
The organisation’s founder, Padma Shri Kailash Manav, received the Padma Shri in 2008 for his contribution to social service. The organisation also states that its President, Prashant Agrawal, received the National Award for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities from President Droupadi Murmu in 2023 for his work in disability empowerment.
According to figures shared by the organisation, it has provided more than 40,200 free artificial limbs to people in India and overseas. It also says it has delivered free surgeries and medical services to more than 454,081 persons with disabilities.
While these figures are provided by the organisation, its work reflects the growing role that charitable organisations and CSR partnerships are playing in improving access to rehabilitation services. For many families, the cost of prosthetic limbs and long-term treatment remains difficult to afford, making free assessment camps an important point of access to medical care.
For many of those who attended the Ahmedabad camp, the day’s medical assessment marked the beginning of a longer rehabilitation process. If the planned fittings take place over the coming months, hundreds of participants are expected to receive customised artificial limbs designed to improve movement, independence and participation in everyday life.
