APAL Tamil Nadu Visit to Karnai Nagar Leprosy Colony,To assess living conditions and advocate for disability pensions and sanitation facilities for leprosy-affected residents.
On 14th May 2025, APAL, along with its Tamil Nadu State Committee, conducted a visit to Karnai Nagar Leprosy Colony in Karigiri, Tamil Nadu. The visit was led by Ms. Maya Ranavare, President of APAL, accompanied by Mr. Govind Swamy, Executive Member, and Mr. Rajendran, the State Coordinator for Tamil Nadu.
During their interaction with the residents, the team assessed the current living conditions, including access to healthcare facilities, social entitlements such as pensions, and the overall infrastructure of the colony. One of the key concerns raised by the residents was the lack of disability pensions and the urgent need for toilets for the 46 houses, as well as sufficient common sanitation facilities. Taking serious note of these issues, APAL assured the community that they would work closely with relevant authorities to resolve the problems at the earliest, reaffirming their commitment to improving the quality of life for people affected by leprosy.
