Alpha Foundation Gestures

INC Alpha Chapters conducted 22 events in December 2008. The events covered a variety of activities such as health camps, eye camps, dental camps, blood donation camps, distribution of stationery items to the orphans and woolen blankets to the senior citizens, etc.

Blood Donation Camps
Cuttack

The Chapter conducted a blood donation camp at the INC campus in association with Central Red Cross Blood Bank, Cuttack on December 1, 2008. 23 donors including students and staff donated blood. ETV Oriya covered the event.



Dharmsala

The Chapter organized a blood donation camp on December 12, 2008 in association with HDFC Bank and Red Cross Society. 30 persons donated blood. Meeta Panth, President, Hospital Welfare Section, Kangra, was the Chief Guest. The other dignitaries present were Capt. SM Abrol, Secretary, Red Cross Society, Dr. Purnima Thakur, Dr. Ajay Chauhan and Dr. Meetha Pathania, HoD, Blood Bank, Dr. Rajinder Prasad Kangra. INC students and staff along with the staff of HDFC Bank actively participated in the camp. The event was covered in the daily newspapers like, Punjab Kesri, Divya Himachal, Amar Ujala, Dainik Jagaran and Aap Ka Faisla on December 12, 2008.



Vizag

The Chapter conducted a blood donation camp on December 20, 2008 in association with Rotary Club, Vizag and Rotract Club of INC. 38 students donated blood. Rajeshwari, President, Rotary Club, Rotarian Nehru, Dr. Balaraju from AS Raja Foundation and Dr. Sudha, Campus Head, INC-Vizag, participated in the camp.








Ajmer

The Chapter conducted a blood donation camp in association with Red Cross Society, Ajmer on December 31, 2008. A total of 40 units of blood was donated by the INC students and staff. ETV Rajasthan, Voice of India and some local newspapers covered the event.

Health camp
Thanjavur

The Chapter conducted a dual specialty camp, viz., dental and eye checkup, for 100 children at an orphanage run by the Indian Council for Child Welfare on December 20, 2008. 17 pairs of spectacles were donated to the students. 18 children, who had severe dental problems were referred to the Government Hospital for free treatment. Towels, toothpastes and cakes were distributed to the orphans. 15 students of INC attended the camp. The event received a wide coverage in the local newspapers like, Thanthi and Dinakaran and also in the local TV channels like, AMN and Karan.

Distribution of Stationery Items
Amravati

The Chapter distributed stationery items viz. compass boxes and writing pads to the students of ZP Primary School, Nimbha, Amravati on December 5, 2008 in the presence of Prof. Jamdale, Principal, Mahatma Phule College. Kanchanmala Tai Gudadhe, Sarpanch, Zilla Parishad, Bhatkuli and Ashish Deshmukh, Campus Head, counselled 200 students on their career prospects.

Bhatinda

The Chapter distributed school uniforms, sweaters and stationery items to 42 poor students of Government Middle School, Guru Sar Sainewala, near Bhatinda on December 22, 2008. Sweets were also distributed to the children. The students of INC participated in the event.

Indore

The Chapter distributed blankets and fruits to 20 senior citizens and orphans of Jyoti Niwas, Indore which is run by the Missionaries of Charity (of Mother Theresa) on December 24, 2008. Fruits were distributed to a total of 50 inmates. Local media covered the event.





Guntur

The Chapter conducted a social service activity in Municipal Elementary School, Sarada Colony, Guntur on December 22, 2008. Cakes, notebooks and pens were distributed to 150 students apart from distribution of prizes to the winners of the competitions. The students of INC actively participated in this function.

Chandigarh

The Chapter distributed clothes and blankets to the women and children of the poor families located at Sector 25D of Chandigarh. It was a realistic experience for the students of INC to work for a poor section of the society. They gained first hand knowledge on the importance of social actions.

Kota

The Chapter distributed woolen blankets to 150 orphans of Mother Theresa Home, Kota on December 22, 2008. Fruits and refreshments wereprovided to 160 mentally retarded children. 29 students of INC participated in the event. Local TV channels and leading news papers covered the event.



Social Activities

Dum Dum

The Chapter conducted 'Drawing Competition' at the Alpha Center for Learning (ACL), Garia, Kolkata on December 18, 2008. Gifts and refreshments were distributed. Prizes were given to the winners of the competition. 7 students of INC were actively involved in this social event. 50 students in the age group of 5-12 years participated.









Palakad

The Chapter visited Sabari Ashram Orphanage on December 20, 2008 and distributed gift pouches to 50 inmates. Cakes and ice creams were given to the orphaned children. Manoj Thekkedath, Senior Editor, Manorama appreciated the enthusiasm and professionalism of the INC students. Manorama, ACV News and The Hindu, gave wide coverage to this event.

Bellary

The Chapter distributed gifts and eatables to 70 orphan girls at CSI Orphanage Home for Girls on December 25, 2008. The program was colorful as the inmates performed cultural events.

Noida

The Chapter organized a general health checkup camp on December 22, 2008 in association with Prakash Hospital, Noida. Dr. Anand Mohan, Dr.Trinath along with Sunita Yadav, an Occupational Therapist and the para medical staff of the hospital carried out eye/ear/skin checkup for 110 children. Woolen pull-overs were distributed. Dr. VS Chauhan, Director, Prakash Hospital commented that this kind of societal exposure will instill servicemindedness in the youth and they can become better citizen in the future.

Kota

The Chapter conducted another social activity on December 22, 2008 at Karni Nagar Vikas Samiti's Mamta Bhawan Orphanage. 19 students participated in the event and distributed gift packets to the inmates, conducted competitions, and gave away prizes to the winners. Fruits and refreshments were also provided to 150 participants. Leading newspapers and local TV channels covered the event.

Gurgaon

The Chapter organized a camp on 'Hygiene and Sanitation Awareness' at Udyog Vihar Slum, Gurgaon on December 22, 2008. The students of INC-ASIM, Gurgaon, presented a skit followed by a presentation on the theme, for the enjoyment of 60 inmates.

Kolhapur

The Chapter organized a camp for 40 children at Panhala, Kolhapur in collaboration with Balgram, a shelter for children from the deprived sections of the society on December 27, 2008. The activity which include games like, simple scientific experiments, jigsaw puzzles, story telling etc. was designed and conducted by INC students. Soap cases were distributed and snacks were also served to the students.

Sikar

The Chapter distributed blankets to 25 poor senior citizens on December 25, 2008 at Pareek Bhawan, Laxmangarh. Refreshments were served to the beneficiaries. The students of INC actively participated in the program. Nathmal Pareek was the Chief Guest, Dr. GD Singh, Campus Head, INC, presided over the function. Naveen Sharma, Alpha Coordinator, proposed the Vote of Thanks.

Kochi

The Chapter visited orphanages, Snehabhavan and Pallurthy located in Ernakulum on December 16, 2008. The program was inaugurated by Fr. Sunny Thomas, Director, Sneha Bhavan. 20 students of INC conducted painting competition, straw games and biscuit games for 70 children who are in the age group of 5 to 7 years.

Mumbai (Mira Road)

The Chapter organized a social activity for 145 Bhayander slum children who were in the primary classes of a Government School at Bhayander.

The importance of education was explained to them in their local language, Marathi. Games like, 'Pass the Ball', 'Musical Chairs' etc., were conducted. Refreshments were provided to the children. Surprise gifts were given to all the children.

Chandigarh

The Chapter conducted an 'Aids Awareness Campaign' along with AISEC Chapter (An NGO with Red Ribbon message) on December 1, 2008 at Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh City. 350 students from INC as well as from some local schools enthusiastically participated in 'Candle Light Vigil' and illuminated Red Ribbon to spread awareness among the youth and citizens of the city. This was the first realistic experience for the INC students to work with an NGO and other members of the society.