News & Events – Association of People Affected by Leprosy

Members of APAL (Association of People Affected by Leprosy), along with local colony leaders, actively engaged with the Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad Municipal Corporation to advocate for the rights and welfare of persons affected by leprosy.

APAL's Advocacy Visit and Civic Rights Representation at Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad Municipal Corporation Lok Adalat To advocate for the rights and welfare of persons affected by leprosy by engaging with municipal authorities to address key civic issues. On 23rd July 2025,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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