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The Ashlar R Vol. XIX Issue IV

Rakhondeand Dr. Anshoo Gandhi stepped recovery—they meant freedom from shame,
forward to bring a ray of hope to individuals renewed self-esteem, and a chance to rejoin
suffering from hand and foot deformities society with pride.
caused by leprosy. By bringing specialized healthcare to the
A total of 12 patients were examined during doorstep of the underserved, Lodge
the camp. Of these, 8 were selected for Gondwana no. 226 has once again
corrective surgeries, aimed at improving limb demonstrated how social organizations can
functionality and appearance. Two patients play a transformative role in improving public
were medically unfit for surgery, while another health. This noble act reminds us that true
two were deemed unsuitable for surgical service lies in touching lives quietly, but
intervention. Nonetheless, every individual profoundly—restoring not just limbs, but also
received compassionate evaluation, lives.
reassurance, and a tailored treatment plan. The surgeries (otherwise would have cost Rs.
The surgical procedures were a success, with 2,00,000/- for all operations) were performed
all operated patients now recovering well. absolutely free of charge. Incidental
Suture removal has been completed, and expenditure occurred was Rs. 24000/- for
patients are regaining hand and foot some surgical material, medication transport,
functions, allowing them to return to their accommodation etc.
livelihoods and daily routines with dignity and
confidence.
What makes this initiative particularly special
is the spirit of service and humanity that
defined every step. This was not just a
medical outreach—it was a gesture of hope,
inclusion, and healing. For the patients, the
surgeries meant more than physical

R.W.Bro. Ruton Dubash Lodge Sir Lawrence Jenkins No.70 3rdJanuary 2025
R.W.Bro. Firoze Siamwala Lodge Reginald Spence No. 109 8th January 2025
R.W.Bro.Dr.K.Y. Mangrulkar Lodge Gondwana No.226 22nd March 2025

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