News & Events – Association of People Affected by Leprosy
Participation of APAL in NDMA Meeting on Support for Persons with Disabilities in Disasters, 4th & 5th June 2025, New Delhi
Participation of APAL in NDMA Meeting on Support for Persons with Disabilities in Disasters 4th & 5th June 2025, New Delhi On the 4th and 5th of June 2025, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) convened a pivotal meeting in New Delhi aimed at...
APAL’s State Committee in Telangana, in collaboration with local donors and well-wishers, distributed foodgrains
On 5th June 2025, APAL's State Committee in Telangana, in collaboration with local donors and well-wishers, distributed foodgrains to 23 families of persons affected by leprosy at Shanthi Nagar Colony in Peddamberpet, Telangana. APAL extends heartfelt gratitude to the...
APAL’s State Committee in Bihar On 2 June 2025, a significant step was taken toward improving healthcare for leprosy-affected individuals in Purnia, Bihar, with the establishment of a permanent dressing center at Bal Krishna Leprosy Colony.
APAL's State Committee in Bihar On 2 June 2025, a significant step was taken toward improving healthcare for leprosy-affected individuals in Purnia, Bihar, with the establishment of a permanent dressing center at Bal Krishna Leprosy Colony. This initiative,...
“Advocacy Interaction During NHRC Visit to Danapur Leprosy Colony”
“Advocacy Interaction During NHRC Visit to Danapur Leprosy Colony” To raise critical issues of exclusion and housing rights faced by leprosy-affected persons and advocate for their inclusion in government schemes and programs. On 26th May 2025, the State...
The APAL State Committee in Bihar, in coordination with Mr. Ramavarai Sah, Joint Secretary of APAL, has undertaken a commendable initiative to support persons affected by leprosy who are facing mobility challenges due to disabilities caused by the disease
“Tricycle Distribution Program for Leprosy-Affected Persons in Raxaul, Bihar” To enhance mobility and dignity of persons affected by leprosy through the distribution of 26 tricycles. On 24th May 2025, The APAL State Committee in Bihar, in coordination with Mr....
(APAL), along with the APAL State Committee members from Tamil Nadu, visited the Mother Leprosy Patient Welfare Society located in Karigiri, Tamil Nadu.
Visit to Mother Leprosy Patient Welfare Society, Karigiri To assess living conditions and access to healthcare and social protection for leprosy-affected residents through direct community engagement On 15th May 2025, Mrs. Maya Ranavare, the President of the...
The Association of People Affected by leprosy, APAL’s President Maya Ranavare, successfully conducted a State Committee Meeting at the Schieffelin Institute of Health – Research and Leprosy Centre (SIHRLC) in Karigiri, Tamil Nadu.
APAL Tamil Nadu State Committee Meeting at SIHRLC Karigiri To deliberate on disability pensions, social entitlements, healthcare access, and infrastructure needs for persons affected by leprosy. On 15th May 2025, The Association of People Affected by leprosy,...
APAL’s State Committee Visit to the Governor’s House
”APAL Meghalaya State Committee Visit to Governor's House” To advocate for increased pensions and improved welfare for persons affected by leprosy through direct engagement with state authorities. APAL's State Committee Visit to the Governor's House – 15/05/2025...
Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL), in collaboration with its Tamil Nadu state committee, visited the Schieffelin Institute of Health – Research and Leprosy Centre (SIHRLC) in Karigiri, Tamil Nadu
“Collaborative Visit to SIHRLC Karigiri for Leprosy Healthcare Dialogue” To strengthen collaboration on leprosy prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation through discussions with healthcare experts at SIHRLC. On May 14, 2025, the Association of People Affected by...
The Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL) continues its active engagement across states to address the pressing concerns of persons affected by leprosy.
“Karnataka Leprosy Field Assessment and Advocacy Visits” To evaluate living conditions, healthcare access, and welfare gaps in leprosy colonies and advocate for sustainable improvements. On 13th May 2025, The Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL)...