Health Services to Tribal Villages Across Maharashtra
Project Swasthya is PEHL’s dedicated healthcare initiative focused on reaching communities where access to medical services is limited or non-existent. From remote tribal villages to disaster-affected regions, our goal is simple – bring quality healthcare to those who need it the most. Through strong partnerships, on-ground training, and community-focused programs, we work toward building healthier, self-sustaining communities across India.
PEHL has worked extensively in tribal villages across Maharashtra, providing critical health services through public-private-NGO partnerships. Our efforts include training local health workers, organising community awareness programs, conducting medical camps, and supporting early childhood care.
Through initiatives like the Adivasi Sakhi Project, we’ve empowered women with menstrual health education and distributed 750+ menstrual cups across 15 villages. Our model focuses on sustainability and is designed to be replicated in other underserved regions.
From floods in Kerala and Uttarakhand to the earthquake in Nepal, PEHL’s medical teams have provided immediate relief in some of the most challenging environments.
We’ve conducted camps treating over 3,000 patients in Nepal, 2,000+ in Uttarakhand, and 2,500 in Chennai – offering not just treatment, but emotional support, vaccinations, essential medications, and supplies to displaced communities.
We provide ongoing medical care at state-run institutions like Rajkiya Balgruh Balak in Lucknow, covering dental, ENT, and general medical checkups.
Our community eye check-up camps have reached thousands, offering free cataract surgeries and low-cost spectacles. We also organise regular health screenings, follow-ups, and early childhood programs that empower parents and caregivers with life-changing health knowledge.
In addition to our large-scale programs, PEHL identifies and supports individuals with urgent surgical, paediatric, and chronic medical conditions, often arranging for free treatment or referrals.
From restoring sight in cataract patients to arranging surgeries for children with congenital conditions, we’re committed to helping those who might otherwise go unseen.
Year: 2021-2022
Location: Amberpada, Kathewadi, Belachiwadi & Chafewadi villages
Beneficiaries: Medical camp: 791 villagers, Eye examination:166 villagers, Spectacle distribution:101, 86 menstrual cups were distributed and around 60% women did conversion to cup & community talks: 500+ members.
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Year: 2018
Location: Ambapada, Mahul, Mumbai
Beneficiaries: Medical camp: 112 community members, Eye examination:59, Spectacle distribution:44, Surgical consultation for 53 patients & orthopaedic consultation to 59 community members.
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Specialty Medical camp with eye check-up, orthopedic & surgery consultation. PEHL Team consisted of Dr. Wavikar Eye Bank Staff, Dr. Amit Thadhani (General Surgeon) & Dr. Bhatiya (Orthopaedic Surgeon) and volunteers.
Year: 2015
Location: Chennai, Puducherry, Cuddalore
Beneficiaries: 2500+
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Year: 2018
Location: Pathanamthitta, Ranni Perunaud, Alleppey
Beneficiaries: 1000+
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Year: 2015
Location: Police headquarters, Sindhupal chowk
Beneficiaries: 3500+
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Year: 2013
Location: Haridwar, Uttarkashi, Laksar, Guptkashi
Beneficiaries: 2650
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Year: 2018-2021
Location: Tribal villages : Hateri, Ruipada, Kokanpada, Kelichapada, Borichapada, Khoripada, Dapti, Malghar, Navapada
Beneficiaries: Medical camp: 1282 villagers, Eye examination:289 villagers, Spectacle distribution:154, Cataract surgery: 10 & community talks: 600+ members.
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Year: 2017-2020
Location: Kelachiwadi, Chirnair, Jambhulpada, Barafpada, Ravatepada, Kalampada.
Beneficiaries: Medical camp: 1559 villagers, Eye examination:438 villagers, Spectacle distribution:245, Cataract surgery:8 & community talks: 500+ members.
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Year: 2020-21
Location: Malghar, Navapada and Dapti village in Palghar, Maharashtra
Beneficiaries: Sanitizer distribution: 207 families, Masks distribution: 130 families, Check up: 616 community members, Nutrient kits: 208 families.
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