OUR HISTORY

👉🏽 January 6, 2000 – A Historic Beginning, The Golden Day of Foundation

It was a cold morning in Varanasi. The first rays of the sun cast a golden glow over the waters of the Ganga. In a small room in the city, a few sensitive and visionary individuals were weaving a dream—

A dream where no child is deprived of their rights,

No mother looks into the eyes of her specially-abled child with despair,

And no person in society is left behind in the shadows of discrimination.

That day was not merely the registration of an organization—it was the birth of a social revolution.

  • Legal Recognition: Registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 – Registration No. 972/1999-2000
  • Location: Varanasi – a city rich in culture, spirituality, and history, which became the cradle of this mission.
  • Dream & Purpose:
  • Bring marginalized people into the mainstream
  • Ensure equal opportunities for specially-abled children and disadvantaged communities
  • Fight for education, healthcare, livelihoods, and a life of dignity

👉🏽 The Inspiration Behind the Foundation

Sanjeevani was born from social pain and deep human compassion.

At that time, in rural and backward areas:

  • There were no therapy centers or special schools for specially-abled children
  • Health and education services were almost non-existent
  • Discrimination was deep-rooted, and poverty added to the suffering

Sanjeevani’s message was:

“Where life stands still, we will set it in motion again. Where hope fades, we will be the light of revival.”

👉🏽 2025 – Renewal and a New Flight

On January 6, 2025, with Registration No. R/VAR/14083/2024-2025, our identity was renewed for another five years.

This was not just a legal formality—it was a pledge to fuel the flame that has been burning for 25 years.

  • Reach more remote villages
  • Bring more children into the mainstream
  • Empower more women economically
  • Spread the message of dignity, education, and healthcare to every home

👉🏽 Symbolic Significance

  • The name “Sanjeevani” – a symbol of life, energy, and regeneration
  • January 6 – not just an anniversary, but a day to renew our mission and refresh our resolve
  • Sanjeevani – A Name, A Promise – to hold the hand of the most marginalized and never let go

👉🏽 2001 – The First Rays of Service and Commitment

The Sanjeevani Health Care / Therapy Centre was established—opening doors to treatment, therapy, and rehabilitation for persons with disabilities.

  • Disability Screening Camps across Eastern Uttar Pradesh
  • Cerebral Palsy and Mental Retardation Screening Camps
  • “Education for All” program in Nagawa Block, Sonbhadra

Result: In 2001, only 5% of enrolled students were girls; by 2024, the figure had risen to 55.2%. This is not just a statistic—it’s a story of empowerment.

👉🏽 2010 – A Permanent Identity in Healthcare

Inaugurated a permanent Healthcare Centre at Maqbool Alam Road, Varanasi—offering professional medical consultations, surgeries, and therapy with compassion.

👉🏽 2013 – Giving Shape to the Dream of Education

With support from Morning Light (Switzerland), construction began for Sanjeevani Bal Vidya Mandir—to provide quality education to rural and underserved children.

👉🏽 2017 – A New Era in Education

The school building was completed, and all activities shifted to the new campus—offering a safe, inspiring space for learning and dreams.

09. 2019-20 – A Beacon of Humanity During COVID-19

  • Mass Awareness for Prevention and Protection: Conducted widespread awareness campaigns on COVID-19 safety, hygiene practices, and preventive measures across communities.
  • Relief Distribution: Provided 250,000 cooked food packets, 20,000 ration kits, and 200,000 COVID-19 prevention kits (including masks, sanitizers, and essential items) to vulnerable families.
  • Recognition: Received a Letter of Appreciation from the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India and the District Administration, Varanasi, acknowledging our dedicated service during the pandemic.

👉🏽 2021 – Taking Rehabilitation to the Next Level

  • Continued large-scale relief efforts during the pandemic
  • Began construction of a state-of-the-art Therapy Rehabilitation & Training Centre in Varanasi
  • Received an Appreciation Letter from the District Administration

👉🏽 2023–24 – Inauguration of the Modern Rehabilitation Centre

In 2023–24, Sanjeevani marked a historic milestone with the inauguration of the Sanjeevani Sansthan – Therapy, Rehabilitation & Training Centre, a state-of-the-art facility spread over 7,000 sq. ft. This Centre is not just a building—it is a lifeline of dignity, empowerment, and renewed possibilities for children and persons with disabilities.

  • Modern Infrastructure: The center is equipped with advanced therapy units, assistive devices, digital learning aids, and accessible infrastructure designed to meet global standards of rehabilitation.
  • Specialized Services: Comprehensive therapy services including physiotherapy, yoga therapy, speech and language therapy, counseling, and vocational training are delivered under one roof.
  • Trained Professionals: A dedicated team of therapists, special educators, counselors, and trainers provide individualized care tailored to every child’s needs.
  • Impact on Community: The center has become a ray of hope for hundreds of families, ensuring that children with disabilities receive not only treatment but also education, skill-building, and the confidence to live with dignity.
  • A New Chapter: With this initiative, Sanjeevani has redefined inclusion—transforming challenges into opportunities, and disabilities into possibilities.