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Empowering Communities Through Healthcare, Education, and Relief
Empowering Communities Through Healthcare, Education, and Relief
About Manasi

Empowering Communities Through Healthcare, Education, and Relief

In 2006, a group of like-minded individuals connected through Orkut with a shared vision: giving back to society and making a tangible difference in the lives of the underserved. Driven by empathy and collective passion, Manasi – The Healing Touch was officially established on November 29, 2006. What began as a modest community effort has evolved over the years into a comprehensive welfare initiative spanning healthcare, disaster relief, education, and women’s empowerment.
OUR STORY & IMPACT

Manasi – The Healing Touch
A Journey of Compassion and Service

Introduction

In 2006, a group of like-minded individuals connected through Orkut with a shared vision: giving back to society and making a tangible difference in the lives of the underserved. Driven by empathy and collective passion, Manasi – The Healing Touch was officially established on November 19th, 2006. What began as a modest community effort has evolved over the years into a comprehensive welfare initiative spanning healthcare, disaster relief, education, and women’s empowerment.

Chronological Journey & Key Initiatives

2006 – The Foundation & Early Healthcare Initiatives

  • Inception: Formally established by Orkutians on November 19, 2006.
  • Slum & Colony Outreach: Initiated outreach programs in slum areas and Riot Colony (Dhakuria).
  • Healthcare Interventions: Conducted medical camps, provided free medicines, and organized hygiene awareness sessions and blood donation drives.

2007 – 2008: Expanding Elderly & Child Care

  • Old Age Home Support: Extended regular services to elderly care centers, including Konnagar Matri Ashram and centers across Uttarpara.
  • Daycare & Child Welfare: Provided day-care support, paramedical assistance, free medicines, and distributed educational kits and clothes to underprivileged children (e.g., Pratyush program).

2011 – 2012: Focused Social Work & Community Welfare

  • Red Light Area Interventions: Provided direct support and Night Care for children in the Kalighat red light district, ensuring a safe environment.
  • Cultural & Skill Engagement: Organized community events like Rakhi Bandhan, sit-and-draw competitions, and dance/singing platforms to nurture talent and confidence among children.
  • Educational Support: Expanded distribution of curricular and co-curricular materials and educational kits.

Disaster Relief & Crisis Response (Aila, Amphan & COVID-19)

  • Aila Cyclone Relief: Provided critical relief across impacted island villages (e.g., Sandeshkhali/Ender, Kumirmari), assessing needs on the ground and mobilizing volunteer networks.
  • Sundarban Relief Initiatives: Extended aid in remote regions including Govindapur Abad, Patharpratima, and Brajoballavpur/Gopalpur:
    • Provided pond and road lime/bleaching powder to disinfect water bodies.
    • Distributed medical supplies, tarpaulins (tripal), dry food, and dry fruits.
    • Arranged specialized nutritional food and rationing for pregnant women and the elderly.
  • COVID-19 Pandemic Response:
    • Supported communities in Nonadanga (Adarsh Nagar, behind Ruby Hospital), Dhakuria, and Tollygunge with food, essential supplies, and hygiene kits.
    • Introduced online classes for children to bridge the learning gap during lockdowns.

Community Development & Livelihood Rehabilitation

  • Women's Health & Hygiene: Installed sanitary pad vending machines for adolescent girls and women.
  • Digital Literacy & Skill Training: Provided computers to facilitate digital education and supplied sewing machines for handcraft and embroidery training.
  • Livelihood Restoration: Restored ponds, supplied fish feed, and supported poultry farming (chickens) to rebuild rural livelihoods.
  • Environmental Reforestation: Planted over 1,000 fruit-bearing trees (including coconut, mango, guava, and jackfruit) to restore green cover in Sundarban villages.
  • Seasonal & Essential Relief: Distributed raincoats, umbrellas, clothing, and food packages to hundreds of vulnerable families.

Recent & Ongoing Programs (2022 – Present)

  • Library & Digital Access Setup: Established the 2nd Library in Purulia (Manbazar) and the 3rd Library in Purulia (Muradi). Installed computer systems and sewing machines to build sustainable skill centers in rural West Bengal.
  • Winter Blanket & Clothes Distribution: Annual winter drives across Kolkata streets, Govindapur Abad, Nonadanga, Tollygunge, Dhakuria, and Purulia.
  • Educational Scholarships:
    • First-Generation Education: Providing ongoing educational sponsorship for boys and girls in Govindapur Abad.
    • Higher Education Support (Debashish Ghosh Abiswaron Scholarship started in July 2023): Extended scholarships to 50–60 students pursuing Class 11, Class 12, and higher technical/engineering degrees.

Summary

From a small social network community initiative in 2006 to a multi-faceted humanitarian NGO, Manasi – The Healing Touch continues to touch thousands of lives through crisis response, education, healthcare, and sustainable rural development.

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Leadership Profile

Late Debasish Ghosh Dastidar

Founder Member

Our Team

Office Bearer 1

Lipika Ghosh Dastidar

President

Office Bearer 2

Tapan Kumar Banerjee

Vice President

Office Bearer 3

Luna Majumdar

Secretary

Office Bearer 4

Papia Ghosh

Asst. Secretary

Office Bearer 5

Anamika Saha

Treasurer

Executive Committee Members

Executive Member 1

Moumita Das

Executive Member 2

Basali Sen Chowdhury

Executive Member 3

Debanjan Ghosh Dastidar