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Empowering Divyangjan and Elderly with 7 Crore Special Initiative for Modern Equipment
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News18•18-10-2026, 21:08
Empowering Divyangjan and Elderly with 7 Crore Special Initiative for Modern Equipment
- •ALIMCO and HURL have partnered under CSR for a Rs 7 crore initiative to provide modern equipment to persons with disabilities and senior citizens.
- •Beneficiaries in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand will receive customized equipment like wheelchairs, artificial limbs, and hearing aids.
- •Camps will be organized in Gorakhpur, Barauni, and Sindri to identify eligible candidates and assess their physical needs.
- •Comprehensive after-sales service and maintenance support will be provided to ensure long-term usability of the equipment.
- •Beneficiary selection involves eligibility verification and document checks in coordination with district administrations and local authorities.
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The Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) and Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL) signed an MoU for the Rs 7 crore corporate social responsibility initiative to provide assistive devices.
The project will operate across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand, focusing on strengthening the Prime Minister Divyasha Vayoshree Kendra in Gorakhpur and organizing distribution camps in Barauni and Sindri.
Beneficiaries will receive tailored equipment such as wheelchairs, artificial limbs, orthoses, and hearing aids based on individual assessments. The project also includes ongoing maintenance, repair help, and after-sales service to ensure long-term usability.
