Child Help Foundation Launches ‘NikshayMitra’ Initiative to Support Tuberculosis Patients in Mumbai
Mumbai (Maharashtra), May 9 – Child Help Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with Filaantro, has launched a significant initiative called ‘NikshayMitra’ to assist Tuberculosis (TB) patients in Mumbai, Maharashtra. This initiative is part of a nationwide effort to combat TB and is successfully being executed with the help of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
The NikshayMitra Initiative: Supporting TB Patients
On 17th September 2022, the Honorable Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari, called on the public to support NikshayMitra and help those suffering from Tuberculosis. In response, Child Help Foundation (CHF) has committed to distributing nutrition kits to forty children suffering from TB in Mulund, Maharashtra, on a monthly basis for the next six months. The kits, valued at Rs 600 each, are part of CHF’s contribution to the fight against TB.
Why Tuberculosis is a Concern in Mumbai
While Tuberculosis is preventable, poverty, poor sanitation, and lack of access to hygienic food and resources pose a significant challenge, particularly for underprivileged communities. As part of the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat initiative, the Government of India aims to eliminate Tuberculosis by 2025, making this initiative crucial to India’s vision for a TB-free nation.
Shaji Varghese, the CEO of Child Help Foundation, spoke about CHF’s commitment to the cause: “We recognize the threat of tuberculosis and its widespread prevalence, especially in areas with poor sanitation. Through initiatives like NikshayMitra, CHF, in partnership with Filaantro and BMC, is contributing to the fight against TB and providing much-needed support to those most vulnerable. We encourage others to join us in this mission.”
What’s in the Nutrition Kit?
Each nutritional kit provided by CHF contains the following essential items to support the health and recovery of children suffering from Tuberculosis:
- 2 kg Rice
- 2 kg Wheat Flour
- 2 kg Groundnuts
- 500 grams Tur Dal
- 500 grams Moong Dal
- 500 grams Jaggery
- 250 grams Dates
- 1 litre Groundnut/Sunflower Oil
- 250 grams Rajma
- 250 grams Red Gram (Lal Chana)
These essential items ensure that the children receive adequate nutrition while they recover from Tuberculosis, which often requires a prolonged treatment period.
Child Help Foundation’s Commitment to TB-Free India by 2025
Child Help Foundation remains dedicated to the nation’s mission of making India Tuberculosis-free by 2025. With continued support, CHF hopes to expand this program and reach more underprivileged children in need. The NGO also calls upon individuals and organizations to donate generously to extend the reach of this mission.
By supporting NikshayMitra, you can help CHF provide more nutrition kits and assist in the treatment of Tuberculosis. Filaantro urges the public to contribute to this noble cause, and to spread awareness by sharing this campaign with family and friends.
For more information or to donate, please visit Child Help Foundation’s official website.
Contact Information:
- Phone: 022 69336600 / 8858878874 / 8858878875
- Email: [email protected]
