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{{Infobox settlement
| name = Anandwan
| native_name = आनंदवन
| native_name_lang = hi
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| subdivision_name = [[India]]
| subdivision_type1 = State
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| established_title = Founded
| established_date = 1948
| founder = [[Baba Amte]]
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'''Anandwan''' (meaning "Forest of Joy") is a [[community rehabilitation]] center located in the [[Chandrapur district]] of [[Maharashtra]], [[India]]. It was founded in 1948 by noted social activist [[Baba Amte]] as a sanctuary for [[leprosy]] patients and has since grown into a self-sufficient community that provides a home and livelihood for people with various disabilities.
'''Anandwan''' (meaning "Forest of Joy") is a [[community rehabilitation]] center located in the [[Chandrapur district]] of [[Maharashtra]], [[India]]. It was founded in 1948 by noted social activist [[Baba Amte]] as a sanctuary for [[leprosy]] patients and has since grown into a self-sufficient community that provides a home and livelihood for people with various disabilities.


Latest revision as of 17:31, 27 December 2024

Anandwan (meaning "Forest of Joy") is a community rehabilitation center located in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India. It was founded in 1948 by noted social activist Baba Amte as a sanctuary for leprosy patients and has since grown into a self-sufficient community that provides a home and livelihood for people with various disabilities.

History[edit]

Anandwan was established by Baba Amte in 1948 with the aim of providing a safe haven for people affected by leprosy, who were often ostracized by society. Over the years, it has expanded to include facilities for the treatment and rehabilitation of people with other disabilities, including blindness, deafness, and physical disabilities.

Facilities[edit]

Anandwan is equipped with a range of facilities to support its residents, including a hospital, schools, vocational training centers, and agricultural projects. The community is designed to be self-sustaining, with residents contributing to its upkeep through various forms of work.

Hospital[edit]

The hospital at Anandwan provides medical care to residents and people from surrounding areas. It specializes in the treatment of leprosy and other chronic conditions.

Education[edit]

Anandwan offers educational opportunities for children and adults, including primary and secondary schools, as well as vocational training programs in areas such as agriculture, carpentry, and weaving.

Agriculture[edit]

The community engages in sustainable agriculture practices, growing a variety of crops to support its residents. This not only provides food but also serves as a means of livelihood for many.

Impact[edit]

Anandwan has been a model for similar projects around the world, demonstrating the potential for community-based rehabilitation to transform lives. It has received numerous awards and recognition for its work in social service and rehabilitation.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

 The Forest of Joy, 
  
 Penguin Books, 
 1985,

External links[edit]

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