LEPROSY is a infectious/contagious infection affecting the skin and nerves leading to hypopigmented patches on skin , deformities of fingers toes which eventually fall off , leonine faces ,nerve damage causes loss of sensations leading to large deep non healing ulcers ,need months to treat with physiotherapy n even refer to a plastic surgeon at times. They are neglected and rejected by family and society, as carries a huge stigma to it .

This project is initiated to support lea prosy patients in Maharashtra to get treated and rehabilitated and have respectful life in future.

Kushtrog Niwaran Samiti SHANTIVAN- Leprosy Initiative project aims to address the rehabilitation needs of treated leprosy patients and promote sustainable development in Raigad District. The project will encompass the following key components:

Detection screening treatment ,educating counselling to remove stigma help them relocate with the family forms the main stay of our AIM.

1. Medical Clinic and Rehabilitation Center: Enhancing the existing medical clinic by providing medical examination instruments and updating the physiotherapy department with functional equipment. This will ensure comprehensive medical care, including regular OPD services, surgical ulcer treatment, physiotherapy, and medical aid splints and special footwear. in their .
2. Reintegration and Job Creation: Establishing weaving sections to create job opportunities for leprosy patients who prefer not to return home. These sections will produce carpets, dhurries, mats, and bags. Additionally, providing training and support for organic farming on 45 acres of land, cultivating rice, pulses, seasonal vegetables, and fruit orchards (mango, kaju, peru, banana, papaya, chikoo, etc.). The project will also include a gaushala (cow shelter) for milk production, utilizing manure for organic farming, a biogas plant, and vermicomposting.
3. Residential Facilities: Establishing a residential Solar water heating systems will be installed for bathing purposes. Additionally, providing free residential quarters with basic amenities, a common kitchen, and a recreational space with a TV.
4. Rehabilitation Infrastructure Improvement: Repairing and replacing infrastructure in the weaving section , ceiling fans, rolling shutters, window grills, steel cupboards, and billing tables. the rooms allotted to them to stay now needs plastering repairing painting etc Constructing a water barricade (bandhara) in the nearby river for water conservation and irrigation purposes. And organic farming areas which supports patients to gain their monthly income,
5. Administrative Office Requirements: Fulfilling administrative needs by procuring a Xerox copier, steel cupboards, revolving chairs, ceiling fans, solar lights, and renovating the conference room.
6. Security and Transportation: Employing 20 security personnel for a 12-hour shift to ensure the safety of the 122-acre campus. Providing a dedicated vehicle for senior citizens, patients, and Shantivan darshan (site visit).

Treated leprosy patients in Raigad District face challenges in reintegrating into society and require support for rehabilitation and sustainable development.