SBI Sanjeevani Clinic on Wheels Provides Primary Healthcare to Rural Jharkhand

18 March 2025, Chatra-Godda-Pakur: The SBI Foundation-supported SBI Sanjeevani Clinic on Wheels program, implemented by Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), continues to bring essential primary healthcare services to underserved rural communities across 60 villages in Chatra, Godda, and Pakur districts of Jharkhand.

Under this initiative, Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) are ensuring healthcare accessibility in 20 villages per district, benefiting hundreds of villagers. Each unit is well-equipped with modern medical devices, an in-house laboratory, and a dedicated healthcare team comprising a doctor, lab technician, pharmacist, and health assistant-cum-driver.

Key Achievements (March 1-17, 2025):

• Chatra District: 24 visits across 20 villages in Lawalong and Kunda blocks, treating 413 patients. On-the-spot checkups included Diabetes (33), Malaria (15), Typhoid (30), Hemoglobin (54), Pregnancy (2), and Urine (52).
• Godda District: 22 visits in 20 villages of Podaiyahat block, treating 461 villagers with Diabetes (61), Malaria (10), Typhoid (15), Hemoglobin (22), Pregnancy (4), and Urine (1) tests conducted.
• Pakur District: 24 village health camps in Pakuria block, treating 447 patients and conducting tests for Diabetes (58), Malaria (28), Typhoid (29), and Hemoglobin (41).

The SBI Sanjeevani Clinic on Wheels ensures that needy women, children, and elderly individuals in remote villages receive free medical consultations, medicines, and diagnostic tests.

This initiative reflects SBI Foundation’s commitment to healthcare accessibility and community well-being, in partnership with NBJK. By bridging the healthcare gap, the program is making a tangible impact in rural Jharkhand.

NBJK-Run Schools Provide 2,773 Nutritious Meals under Feeding India Initiative

17 March 2025, Chouparan (Hazaribagh): In a significant step towards promoting health and education, four schools run by Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) in Chouparan block of Hazaribagh district have successfully served 2,773 nutritious breakfasts and lunches to their students under the Feeding India initiative, a Zomato Giveback program.

The schools—Amoli Apurva High School (Mangarh), Chandrakala Devi Daga High School (Kewaliya), Amoli Apurva Middle School (Bahera), and Amoli Apurva Middle School (Prajapat Nagar)—ensured that children received wholesome meals from March 8 to March 17, 2025, on all school days. The breakfast menu included sprouted gram or moong with milk, while the lunch menu featured rice, pulses, and vegetables.

Due to the Class 10 board exam, Sunday, and the Holi festival, Amoli Apurva High School could serve meals on only two school days during this period, while the remaining schools provided meals for five days. Despite these limitations, the initiative has had a profound impact on student attendance and community engagement.

The Food for School Children program has played a crucial role in fostering nutritional security and social equality among students. By providing free and healthy meals, it has encouraged parents to ensure regular attendance of their children and has strengthened a sense of unity among students from all backgrounds.

NBJK remains committed to ensuring access to quality education and nutrition for children in rural communities. With the continued support of Feeding India and Zomato Giveback, the organization aims to expand and sustain this initiative to benefit more students in the future.

🌾 From Struggle to Strength: Monica Mundu’s Journey of Empowerment 🌾

13 March 2025, Khunti: Meet Monica Mundu from Bari Doudhi, Murhu Block, Jharkhand—a trailblazing leader transforming lives through the Lakhpati Kisan™ Smart Village Project run by NBJK with support from CInI-Tata Trusts!

Her journey began in 2016 with a Self-Help Group (SHG), empowering women through goat rearing, poultry farming, and financial support from NRLM. With guidance from NBJK & CInI, she played a key role in the Murhu Nari Shakti Kisan Producer Co. Ltd., an FPO promoted under the Lakhpati Kisan™ project, and in 2023, she became its President, driving economic growth and self-reliance in her community.

Her message? “With dedication and effort, anything is possible!” 💪✨

#WomenEmpowerment #LakhpatiKisan #NBJK #CInI #RuralLeadership #SelfReliance #TataTrusts

Cholamandalam Supports RO Water Plants for Passengers & Villagers in Gaya

10 March 2025, Gaya: With the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) support of Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Limited, Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) has successfully established two RO Water Plants at Sikariya More Bus Stop and Dhanawa village in Gaya district. These water plants aim to provide pure and cold drinking water to passengers and villagers, addressing a crucial need in these areas.

Mr. Manish Kumar Choudhary, Regional Business Manager of Cholamandalam, inaugurated the RO Water Plants at both locations in the presence of NBJK’s Program Director Mr. Gandharv Gaurav, Branch Manager Mr. Pawan Lal Gupta, and Assistant Manager Md. Nayeem. The initiative has been warmly welcomed by the local community, who had long struggled to access clean drinking water.

At Sikariya More Bus Stop, local social worker Mr. Sanjay Kumar has been entrusted with the management of the RO Water Plant, ensuring its smooth operation for the benefit of travelers and residents. Similarly, in Dhanawa village, a representative of Dr. Pintu Kumar has taken charge of overseeing the facility. The locations for these installations were carefully selected by Cholamandalam and NBJK officials after thorough consultations with local residents.

Expressing gratitude, Mr. Sanjay Kumar emphasized that additional facilities, such as seating arrangements for passengers and bus staff, as well as a vehicle washing outlet, are being planned to enhance public amenities. He extended his heartfelt thanks to Cholamandalam and NBJK for their commitment to community welfare.

The launch event was also graced by Cholamandalam’s Regional Sales Manager Mr. Pankaj Kumar, Regional Receivables Manager Mr. Bipin Kumar, Regional Sales Manager Mr. Saurabh Kumar, and Regional Credit Manager Mr. Yogeshwar Kumar. As part of the awareness campaign, a street play highlighting the importance of water conservation and pollution control was staged during the event, engaging the local audience effectively. The overall arrangements and execution of the initiative were efficiently managed by Md. Nayeem.

Lok Samiti & Jagriti Socio Economic Empowerment Services Celebrate International Women’s Day

08 March 2025, Patna: Bihar State Lok Samiti, Patna, and Jagriti Socio Economic Empowerment Services (JSEES), Ranchi, jointly organized a Women’s Conference at Mahila Charakha Samiti, Kadamkuan (Patna), to mark International Women’s Day 2025. The event was presided over by Mrs. Manti Verma, President of Patna District Lok Samiti, and conducted by Mr. Shivji Singh, General Secretary of State Lok Samiti.

In his written address, Mr. Girija Satish, National President of Lok Samiti, extended his greetings to all participants, expressing concern over the lax implementation of the prohibition law in Bihar. He urged women to take a proactive role in preventing the illegal consumption and trade of alcohol and assured them of his full support in their efforts toward prohibition.

The conference commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a welcome address by Mrs. Kranti Rashosh, Convener of Women Lok Samiti. Mr. Kaushal Ganesh Azad, National Coordinator of Lok Samiti, emphasized that despite advancements, women continue to face harassment and inequality. He called for the implementation of employment reservations for women to ensure their empowerment.

Former MLA Shri Suryadev Tyagi highlighted the negative impact of alcohol on society, linking it to increased domestic violence and social instability. While acknowledging Bihar’s stringent laws against alcohol, he stressed the need for greater public awareness and enforcement to achieve successful prohibition.

Women leader Smt. Kanchanbala spoke on the persistent gender disparity in society, emphasizing that women still face subjugation within families and limited access to equal opportunities. She strongly advocated for 50% reservation for women in governance, questioning why women, who form 50% of the population, are only granted 33% representation.

Several distinguished speakers, including Smt. Meena Devi, Smt. Neelu Devi, Smt. Mridula Prakash, farmer leader Shri Suresh Prasad, Shri Satyendra Kumar, Shri Amit Ranjan, and Shri Nitya Mishra, addressed the gathering, reinforcing the call for women’s rights, leadership, and social justice.

The conference concluded with a vote of thanks by Smt. Meena Devi, acknowledging the participation and contributions of all dignitaries and attendees.

This Women’s Day celebration underscored the importance of women’s collective strength in driving social change, ensuring gender equality, and advocating for stronger laws and policies. Lok Samiti and JSEES remain committed to empowering women and fostering a more just society.

🌾 Empowering Women Farmers in Jharkhand! 🌾

08 March 2025, Murhu (Khunti): Murhu Nari Shakti Kisan Producer Company Ltd. (MNSKPCL) is transforming rural livelihoods in Khunti district! Established under the Lakhpati Kisan: Smart Village program by NBJK & CInI (Tata Trusts), this women-led FPO is creating economic resilience through:

✅ Input Supply – HVA crops, piglets, fish fingerlings & more
✅ Market Linkages – Selling NTFP produce to institutional buyers
✅ Training & Financial Support – SRI farming techniques & credit access
✅ Micro-entrepreneurship – 34+ entrepreneurs in lac, poultry, piggery & fisheries

🏆 Awards & Achievements:
🥇 Best FPO Award – Jharkhand (2022)
🏅 Vijayalakshmi Das Friend of Women FPO Award (2021)
🥈 ONGC Foundation Social Impact Summit Runner-up (2022)

With solar cold storage, Better Life Farming Centres, and new initiatives like the Finger Millet Value Chain, MNSKPCL is empowering women to lead & thrive! 🌟

💬 “We will become Lakhpati and make everyone Lakhpati!” – MNSKPCL Board of Directors

#MNSKPCL #WomenEmpowerment #LakhpatiKisan #NBJK #CInI #TataTrusts #RuralEntrepreneurship #Jharkhand

NBJK Distributes 4,127 Nutritious Meals among School Children with Support from Feeding India

07 March2025, Chouparan (Hazaribagh):  Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) successfully distributed 4,127 meals, including breakfast and lunch, to school children from March 1st to March 7th, 2025. The initiative benefited students of Amoli Apurva Middle School – Bahera, Amoli Apurva Middle School – Prajapat Nagar, Chandrakala Devi Daga High School – Kewaliya, and Amoli Apurva High School – Mangarh. Some students from Amoli Apurva High School joined the meal program on March 4th after their school was used as a Class X board exam center.

Under this initiative, students receive nutritious meals every study day:
✅ Breakfast: Sprouted gram or green gram with milk
✅ Lunch: Wholesome rice, pulses, and vegetables

The Feeding India – Zomato Giveback Initiative has been instrumental in providing this vital food support, ensuring that children receive the necessary nutrition to stay focused and engaged in their studies. By alleviating hunger, this initiative makes school education more accessible and attractive for children.

NBJK management ensures strict hygiene and sanitation during food preparation and serving, maintaining a safe and clean environment for students.

316 Micro Enterprises Strengthened Under SIDBI-NBJK Entrepreneurship Promotion Program

05 March 2025, Hazaribagh: The SIDBI-NBJK Entrepreneurship Promotion Program, launched by Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) with support from SIDBI, has successfully assisted 316 micro-enterprises across Hazaribagh, Giridih, Ramgarh, Khunti, and West Singhbhum districts in Jharkhand. This initiative aims to empower artisans, Self-Help Group (SHG) members, youth, and small entrepreneurs, fostering self-reliance and economic growth in rural and urban areas.

Mr. Satish Girija, Secretary, NBJK, stated that this program has created employment opportunities, provides essential resources to marginal entrepreneurs, and helps to reduce migration by enabling aspiring individuals to establish and expand their businesses. The project aims to support 1,100 micro-enterprises by December 2027, focusing on both new business establishments and strengthening existing ones.

Project Manager, Mr. Vikas Joseph, shared that over the past 1.5 years, 316 entrepreneurs engaged in furniture, tailoring, garage services, aluminum fabrication, bamboo and lac crafts, candle and incense-making, pickles, bakery, beauty parlors, and general stores have received financial and technical support. Notably, around 75% of the beneficiaries are women. District-wise, 116 enterprises in Hazaribagh, 25 in West Singhbhum, 64 in Giridih, 21 in Khunti, and 90 in Ramgarh have been supported, generating employment for 330 individuals.

The program facilitates easy loan access, subsidies, skill development, technology support, market linkage, and connections to government schemes through nationalized and rural banks. Entrepreneurs have benefitted from schemes like PMEGP, PMFME, MUDRA, and Vishwakarma, with over 80 applications submitted at District Industry Centers for further assistance.

The SIDBI-NBJK Entrepreneurship Promotion Program is playing a crucial role in strengthening small enterprises and boosting Jharkhand’s rural economy. NBJK remains committed to expanding its outreach and supporting more individuals in the coming years for holistic socio-economic development.

Restoring Sight, Restoring Life: LNJP Eye Hospital Transforms the Life of Gangiya Devi

03 March 2025, Gaya: In a remarkable demonstration of how accessible healthcare can transform lives, LNJP Eye Hospital, Kajha, Gaya, operated by Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), has restored the vision of Smt. Gangiya Devi, a 52-year-old daily laborer from Sanaut Tola, Manpur block, Gaya district.

Gangiya Devi, the sole provider for her family of twelve, struggled with deteriorating eyesight for two years, which significantly impacted her confidence, mobility, and ability to work. Eventually, her worsening vision confined her to her home, turning daily life into a challenge.

Her hope was rekindled when she learned about an eye screening camp organized by LNJP Eye Hospital. Encouraged by her family and neighbors, she attended the camp, where doctors diagnosed her with cataracts in both eyes. Her pre-surgery vision was recorded as 5/60 in the right eye and 6/60 in the left eye, making immediate surgical intervention necessary.

Understanding her financial constraints, LNJP Eye Hospital, with support from Combat Blindness, provided her with free cataract surgery for her right eye, including travel assistance, food, accommodation, medicines, medical care, and post-surgery follow-ups. The successful operation was performed on November 28, 2024, using a lens provided by Combat Blindness.

Post-surgery, her right eye vision improved dramatically to 6/36, and with glasses, it became 6/6. The restoration of her eyesight has enabled her to regain independence, resume household chores, and return to work. With her confidence restored, she no longer fears stepping outside.

Doctors have scheduled her left eye cataract surgery in the coming months, ensuring complete vision restoration.

Expressing her gratitude, Gangiya Devi stated, “I am deeply thankful to LNJP Eye Hospital and Combat Blindness for giving me my vision back. This has not only improved my eyesight but has also restored my dignity and ability to support my family.”

Her journey is a testament to the life-changing impact of accessible eye care. LNJP Eye Hospital remains committed to ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent individuals from receiving the critical vision care they need.

NBJK Provides Nutritious Meals to Over 2,200 Students Under Feeding India – A Zomato Giveback Initiative

01 March 2025, Chouparan: Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), in collaboration with Feeding India – a Zomato Giveback initiative, successfully served 2,271 breakfasts and an equal number of lunches to school children during the last week of February 2025. The nutritious meals were provided to students enrolled at NBJK-run Amoli Apurva Middle School – Bahera, Amoli Apurva Middle School – Prajapat Nagar, and Chandrakala Devi Daga High School – Kewaliya, all located in Chouparan block of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand.

As part of this initiative, children received a healthy breakfast of sprouted gram or green gram with milk in the morning, followed by a wholesome lunch consisting of rice, pulses, and vegetables. These students hail from rural backgrounds, with many of their parents being small farmers or daily wage laborers who are striving to provide quality education despite financial constraints.

NBJK remains committed to supporting underprivileged families, particularly parents of girl children, by offering fee relaxations, freeships, and sponsorships to ensure their daughters receive an education. This initiative also aligns with NBJK’s mission to eliminate child marriage by empowering girls through education.

NBJK extends its heartfelt gratitude to Feeding India – a Zomato Giveback initiative, for their generous support in promoting a holistic development approach that integrates education and nutrition for children in need.