Sickle cell advance research centre to be set up by Sanmat
Sanmat to support the state’s various initiatives in Sickle Cell, Epilepsy, TB, AIDS Control, Vector Borne Disease Control, Control of Cancer and Oral Health, Sexual and Reproductive Health and more
Social impact organization and NGO Sanmatrecently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tribal Welfare Commissioner, Department of Schedule Tribe, Schedule Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Jharkhand, for the betterment of tribal communities in the state. Under this collaboration, both Sanmat and the Tribal Welfare Commissioner of Jharkhand will aim to achieve the scale required to address any adverse impact in case of a pandemic or disaster and ensure support to the public systems and the communities residing in the 992 hard-to-reach areas in 55 blocks across 13 districts in the state. While Sanmat will be responsible for executing programs, the Tribal Welfare Commissioner will monitor and supervise the execution under the MoU.
NGO Sanmat Signs MoU with Tribal Welfare Commissioner for Tribal Welfare in Jharkhand
As part of this collaboration, Sanmat will be supporting the Tribal Welfare Commissioner’s office in the elimination of Sickle Cell Disease and Epilepsy by spreading awareness and mass screening, followed by a proper treatment plan and to combat the spread and management of sickle cell anemia, it has initiated sickle cell information and treatment centers in 14 welfare hospitals. With regard to the state’s healthcare initiatives, Sanmat will support the design and development of interventions to improve the health and nutrition of tribal children, pregnant ladies, mothers, and seniors of tribal communities through special mobile medical unit operations.
Sharing his excitement at the collaboration, Mr. Amit Kumar Choubey, CEO of Sanmat, said, “We are glad and grateful to TWC for giving us this opportunity to serve the people in Jharkhand. We have impacted approximately 2.31 crore lives nationally, with almost 23 lakh individuals being affected directly by our initiatives in Jharkhand, and I am sure this MoU will be a great driving force to reach out to more people. Bridging the gap between government policies and their implementation is core to Sanmat’s mission, and we will continue to impact lives through effective implementation across regions and sectors.”
With regards to the livelihood and tribal welfare aspects, under the MoU, Sanmat will be working with subjudice prisoners, providing legal support to them while simultaneously imparting skills training to include them in their livelihood initiatives and has also ââcreated a pool of 16 advocates, with the Tribal Welfare Commissioner set to provide space for court practice. Sanmat will also offer a Tribal Development Fellowship to support various programs of the state without any financial support from TWC (Tribal Welfare Commissioner).
Ajay Nath, IAS, Tribal Welfare Commissioner, Govt. of Jharkhand, said, “Sanmat has played a significant role in the development of the marginalized communities, and we feel this collaboration will go a long way in benefiting the tribals of Jharkhand. Sanmat’s innovative development models and well-researched strategies help in the easy identification as well as implementation of various government schemes. We will offer all the required support to Sanmat so that together we can bring positive growth and development among the people of Jharkhand.”
Sanmat has been working in the social sector since 2007 with a focus on bridging governance gaps in the development of implementation models in healthcare, livelihood, education, and climate change mitigation. Founded in the aftermath of the Chennai Tsunami by techno-socio-policy entrepreneur Ankit Kumar (CEO), Sanmat has been providing accessible healthcare solutions to marginalized communities, including tribal groups, Dalits, women, children, and persons with disabilities. Originating from Jharkhand, Sanmat continues to impact lives at the grassroots level in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Assam, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh. With its various initiatives in health, climate change, education, and livelihood, Sanmat aims to create a long-term impact on the lives of the marginalized communities in Jharkhand.
About Sanmat
Sanmat is a committed NGO in India, empowering marginalized communities through sustainable initiatives in health, education, skill development, and social forestry. Since 2007, it has impacted over 23 million lives across six states. Sanmat leads transformative programs, including the Post Matric Scholarship scheme, livelihood generation projects, and community radio stations, while also managing Tribal Kalyan Hospitals in rural areas. With 13 offices, 637 professionals, and 32,500 volunteers, Sanmat remains dedicated to driving meaningful change at the grassroots level.
