In a world where kindness often takes a backseat, Mr. Seiyalu stands as a inspiration of compassion. A skilled expert in Puttur Kattu, the revered traditional bone-setting practice, he has dedicated himself to healing those in need through natural methods. His humble clinic, nestled in Kanakachettikulam along the road to
Mr. Krishanan, a man over the age of 65, was discovered in a severely unstable condition on the streets. Understanding his urgent need for assistance, we at Snehan approached the nearest police station to seek intervention. After assessing the situation, the authorities provided us with a No Objection Certificate (NOC)
Manickam, a 60-year-old man from Coimbatore, was forced to leave his family eight years ago due to a dispute. His wife and two sons remain in Coimbatore, while he has spent the years since in Tiruvannamalai, surviving on the streets through charity. Without direction, he eventually arrived in Puducherry, continuing
A 79 years old, Natarajan Thatha arrived at Snehan Home, carrying a broken heart and the weight of unimaginable loss. His beloved wife passed away during the COVID-19 pandemic, a separation he found impossible to accept. For months, grief consumed him—tears became his companion, and loneliness his reality. Just as
Mr. Devaraj, aged 55, he was employed as a laborer in the construction industry when an unfortunate accident occurred—he fell from the first floor of a building, resulting in severe leg injuries. He was immediately rushed to JIPMER hospital for urgent medical attention. During the initial days of his hospitalization,
On April 11th and 12th, 2025, Snehan members had the privilege of attending a national-level conference titled “Intergenerational Bonding and Ageing in Place: Pathways to Understand Geriatric Mental Health.” Held at Pondicherry University and organized by the Department of Social Work. The event was a remarkable opportunity to deepen our
Karnan Thatha was found in a dire condition on the streets of Pondicherry. Seriously ill, he was immediately taken for emergency medical care, where he remained hospitalized for 20 days due to multiple health complications. During this time, Snehan began tracing the location Karnan had mentioned. After two days of
After two years, the Knock Meet was held at the Kanthari campus. Around twenty participants gathered for a two-day workshop, where we explored fascinating new topics, including AI. It was incredibly insightful for many of us to learn how AI tools can enhance the efficiency of NGOs in their documentation.
Mr. Karnan, a short and frail elderly gentleman with a meek and humble demeanor, is estimated to be over 75 years old. He was found in a distressing state on the streets, about a week ago by a kind-hearted and compassionate Samaritan, Mr. Gautam who had keenly observed the elderly
Marthan, a 50-year-old man, was found on the streets in a critical condition, without anyone to care for him. After receiving a call from the Grand Bazer police station requesting assistance, we rushed to the scene to provide immediate medical support. His entire body was paralyzed, and he could barely
