News & Events – Association of People Affected by Leprosy
APAL (Association of People Affected by Leprosy) actively participated in the Global Forum held in Bali, Indonesia, representing the voices and concerns of individuals and communities affected by leprosy across Asia.
On 4th to 6th July 2025, APAL (Association of People Affected by Leprosy) actively participated in the Global Forum held in Bali, Indonesia, representing the voices and concerns of individuals and communities affected by leprosy across Asia. During the forum, APAL...
The President of the Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL), Maya Ranavare, participated in the ILEP and Advisory Members Panel Meeting held in Bali, Indonesia
The President of the Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL), Maya Ranavare, participated in the ILEP and Advisory Members Panel Meeting held in Bali, Indonesia. This significant gathering brought together global stakeholders to discuss strategies for...
As part of its continued commitment to the dignity and rights of persons affected by leprosy, the Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL), along with the APAL State Committee, conducted a joint site verification visit to two colonies in Delhi
Joint Site Verification Report: APAL & State Committee Visit – Delhi As part of its continued commitment to the dignity and rights of persons affected by leprosy, the Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL), along with the APAL State Committee, conducted...
In May and June 2025, supported by APAL India’s national team, the Bihar Committee intensified its advocacy activities. On 2 June 2025, APAL’s Bihar State Committee engaged with officials in Purnia to push for enhanced healthcare and social entitlement access for those in leprosy colonies
APAL’s advocacy in Bihar and the recent government action: APAL’s State Committee in Bihar has consistently stepped up its intervention at both block and state levels. A prime example is its proactive push in early 2024, when the committee formally petitioned...
State Committee in Telangana, in collaboration with the Hill of Hope Foundation, organized a vital outreach program in Shanthinagar Leprosy Colony and Santhoshnagar Leprosy Colony.
Medical Support and Relief Distribution Drive at Shanthinagar and Santhoshnagar Leprosy Colonies, On 26th June 2025, APAL’s State Committee in Telangana, in collaboration with the Hill of Hope Foundation, organized a vital outreach program in Shanthinagar Leprosy...
APAL’s State Committee in Telangana, Maniyada Ramesh, APAL’s State Coordinator a dedicated camp was organized at Sivananda Rehabilitation Home (SRH), Kukatpally
APAL’s State Committee in Telangana on the on-site UDID distribution event at SRH, Kukatpally: On June 22, 2025, under the initiative of APAL’s State Committee in Telangana, Maniyada Ramesh, APAL's State Coordinator a dedicated camp was organized at Sivananda...
APAL’s State Committee in Bihar, a dedicated team, met with Mr. Samrat Choudhary, the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, to bring attention to the pressing needs of persons affected by leprosy in the state.
APAL Bihar Team's Advocacy Meeting with Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar To submit a request for the implementation of a leprosy pension scheme and advocate for financial support and dignity for persons affected by leprosy. On 18th June 2025, APAL's State Committee in...
The State Committee of the Association of People Affected by Leprosy in Maharashtra recently held a crucial meeting with Dr. Ramji Adikekar, the State Leprosy Officer (SLO) of Maharashtra.
Meeting with State Leprosy Officer, Maharashtra: Addressing Health Challenges Faced by Persons Affected by Leprosy The State Committee of the Association of People Affected by Leprosy in Maharashtra recently held a crucial meeting with Dr. Ramji Adikekar, the State...
The APAL State Committee of Maharashtra, in collaboration with the Maharashtra Kusta PD Sanghatna Karyakarini team, convened a review meeting to assess ongoing activities and strengthen future strategies.
On 15th June 2025, The APAL State Committee of Maharashtra, in collaboration with the Maharashtra Kusta PD Sanghatna Karyakarini team, convened a review meeting to assess ongoing activities and strengthen future strategies. The session focused on evaluating the...
APAL, along with its Tamil Nadu State Committee, conducted a visit to Karnai Nagar Leprosy Colony in Karigiri, Tamil Nadu
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...