Launching Snehalaya Scents, a talc-free powder As part of her visits to India, our Snehalaya UK trustee, Caroline has always been concerned about the powder our women and children use. This is based on her personal experience of losing her friend Nicky to cancer which has been attributed to her lifelong use of talcum powder. Caroline explains why she is so passionate about finding alternatives for our residents and the wider Indian community. “Around May 2024, my good friend

From 21–27 January 2026, Snehalaya students and teachers embarked on a truly enriching exposure visit to The Scindia School, Gwalior —an institution celebrated for its timeless legacy of excellence and holistic education. Set against the magnificent historical backdrop of Gwalior Fort, the visit beautifully showcased how academics, discipline, leadership, sports, arts, and strong moral values come together to shape confident and responsible individuals. It was not just a scho

Pedalling for Unity, Humanity, and Constitutional Values In a time when divisions based on caste, religion, language, region, gender, and ideology are widening, Snehalaya, along with like-minded organisations and citizens, once again chose the path of dialogue, unity, and compassion through the 11th Sadbhavana (Goodwill) Cycle Rally. The rally, carrying a strong message of social harmony and constitutional values, began on 31 December 2025 from the sacred precincts of Sachkha

In the “Child Marriage Free India” Campaign Snehalaya Udaan Awareness Chariot Becomes the Highlight of Republic Day Celebrations As the nation celebrated India's 77th Republic Day with pride and enthusiasm, Ahilyanagar city resonated with a strong spirit of patriotism and social responsibility. The national flag was ceremoniously hoisted at the Police Parade Ground by the Honorable Minister for Water Resources and District Guardian Minister, Shri Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil. As

This is a story that began nearly 20 years ago—a story of resilience, care, and quiet courage. It is the journey of an orphaned girl, whom we will call Palak, whose life found a new direction with the support of Snehalaya. Palak came to Snehalaya at a very young age, during the early years of the institution’s development. As part of routine medical examinations, doctors discovered that she was HIV-positive. Under proper medical guidance, she was immediately started on ART me

The Story of a Pregnant Mother’s Struggle This is the story of Hina (name changed), a Muslim woman from another state who was found in an abandoned condition in Shrigonda taluka. Seven months pregnant and appearing calm at first glance, it was evident that she was under severe mental stress. Concerned local citizens contacted Snehalaya to ensure her safety and rehabilitation. A team from Snehalaya’s Snehankur project visited Hina in Shrigonda and tried to communicate with her

We were honoured to welcome John Coster, founder of Documentary Media Center , based in Leicester, UK to our projects in India. John’s visit was planned to help celebrate our radio station's 15th anniversary and document our work to help promote our UK charity and Snehalaya in the UK through his many media connections.   We already have an established relationship with John after he played a key role in helping us celebrate and promote Snehalaya UK’s 10 th  birthday in Leice

A Voice for the Community Radio Nagar 90.4 FM Celebrates 15 Years of Community Voice and Connection Radio Nagar 90.4 FM, a strong pillar of Ahilyanagar’s social, cultural, and people-centric communication landscape, proudly celebrated its 15th anniversary on Tuesday, 13 January, with great enthusiasm and warmth. Run by Snehalaya, the city’s first community radio station has, over the past decade and a half, become a powerful platform amplifying the voices of every section of

Love, Pain, and a Question Every Parent Must Face It was an ordinary afternoon. Traffic moved as usual, people were busy with their routines, and life seemed to flow uninterrupted. But one phone call to the Mukti Vahini Helpline shattered that normalcy and changed the course of several lives. The call came from a police station. The words were urgent and unsettling: A 25-year-old man had arrived with a 17-year-old minor girl. She was pregnant, her condition was critical, and

A Celebration of Dignity, Belonging, and New Beginnings Community Wedding Ceremony | 15 December 2025 True social change begins when we choose inclusion over indifference. Many individuals who are orphaned or socially excluded are denied not just opportunities, but also the simple human right to companionship and family life. Keeping this belief at the heart of its work, Snehalaya organized a community wedding ceremony for orphaned and destitute couples, creating a moment of

Ahmednagar Community Health Centre Moves to a New Home Access to quality healthcare should never depend on one’s income. With this belief at its core, the Ahmednagar Community Health Centre , jointly run by Snehalaya  and the Schneider Electric India Foundation , continues its long-standing commitment to providing reliable and affordable medical care to people from underserved communities. Established in 2007 , the centre has been a trusted source of low-cost, quality healthc

A New Home of Hope at Snehalaya “More than knowledge or advice, the marginalized need the touch of love and a sense of belonging. Selfless love is the true source of their strength and motivation.” These powerful words were shared by social worker Girish Thakur from the Netherlands, reflecting on Snehalaya’s journey of compassionate service. This belief came alive during the inauguration of two newly constructed residential buildings at Snehalaya — Karmayogini Sadhanatai Bhav

Celebrating Talent, Discipline, and Dreams A vibrant spirit of energy, determination, and joy filled the grounds of Pemraj Sarda College as 324 children from Snehalaya’s seven Balbhavan projects came together for the Winter Sports Meet 2025, also known as the Slum Games . Guided by the inspiring theme “Play with Passion, Win with Discipline,” the event is a powerful celebration of sportsmanship, teamwork, and resilience among children from underserved communities. The sports

Riding for Unity, Harmony, and Humanity Even as India continues to make material progress, deep social divisions based on caste, religion, language, and gender still challenge the country’s social fabric. Addressing this reality, our Sadbhavana Cycle Rally stands as a powerful effort to heal minds, build bridges, and strengthen social unity. The starting flag waved the cyclists off on December 31 from the sacred Sachkhand Hazur Sahib Gurudwara in Nanded, marking the beginning

The Christmas holidays are a great time at Snehalaya as we welcome visitors and volunteers from across the globe to our Rehab Center. This year saw another full house as we welcomed the Modi family from Dallas, Texas, USA, - Apurva and Seema and their daughters, Krisha, Nidhi, and Aditi - and their friend, Nitiya and her daughter Sahana. They are connected through Arpan Foundation in the USA and are already planning their next visit! Snehalaya UK trustee and special education

We hope you are enjoying a festive break wherever you are in the World and would like to wish you all the best for 2026. Here in Maharashtra, we are still buzzing from all the excitement of this year’s Christmas celebrations for our residents. Thanks to a few generous donors who took advantage of the match funding available via Global Giving on Giving Tuesday in December, we secured enough funds to ensure a fantastic day for our 300 women, children and caregiving staff. The d

On this World HIV/AIDS Day, we came together to raise awareness, break stigma, and stand in solidarity with all those affected by HIV. This year's awareness rally, organised with our partner organisations, reflects our shared commitment to building a society that is informed, compassionate, and stigma-free. We are proud to announce our collaboration with the Mercury Phoenix Trust to conduct 15 health camps and awareness programs across colleges in our district over the next y

An Educational Initiative by Snehalaya The Challenge For many children from vulnerable communities, attending school regularly is not a given—it is a daily struggle. Poverty, migration, child labour, family instability, trauma, and learning gaps often force children to miss school, not because they lack ability, but because they lack support. Over time, irregular attendance leads to poor academic performance and, eventually, school dropouts. The Reality We Witness Children mi

We are excited to share our 2024–25 Annual Report, capturing all the important milestones and developments of the past year. Along with the detailed message from our Secretary and a special highlight from our President, Jaya Jogdand, this year’s edition also showcases updates on our new projects, our UK team’s  A Decade of Impact , and a feature about the Udaan Project for ending child marriage and empowering girls through awareness initiatives. You’ll also find insights from

Manasgram: Mental Health and Rehabilitation in Ahilyanagar Commemorating World Mental Health Day — 10 October, 2025 A New Step Towards Healing Minds & Hearts To celebrate World Mental Health Day , Snehalaya proudly inaugurated the Manasgram Mental Health & Rehabilitation Complex  at Islak, Ahilyanagar — marking a historic step in community-based mental health care in Maharashtra. Our new campus represents India’s first integrated multi-purpose mental health project  run by a