Healthcare

Solar power is transforming healthcare in Mizoram. Through a state-wide collaboration with SELCO Foundation, nearly all 443 health sub-centres in the state now bring life-saving services to its people — despite power disruptions.

Reshma Valliappan is an inspiration, and so is her art. Her laughter is infectious and so is her passion. Meet the woman who was diagnosed with Schizophrenia at the age of 22, and is today a source of encouragement for many.

For over a decade, Mahira quietly bore the weight of caregiving—supporting her sister with schizophrenia amidst stigma, silence, and a broken system. Her story reveals the emotional toll on caregivers, the courage it takes to set boundaries, and the long road toward reclaiming one’s own life and self-worth.

Dr Bankey Lal Sharma grew up during the freedom struggle, studied his way to success and is now living a disease-free life at 95. He chats about life, loneliness, and success.

A mother’s love, activism, and courage are paving the way for autism awareness and acceptance in India.

From e-doctor clinics to ICUs in a box, these ideas have the power to revolutionise India’s health infrastructure.

Blood transcends all divisions — race, religion, caste, or creed. When a life is at stake, these differences disappear, Mario points out.

In Varanasi, the efforts of IAS officers S Rajalingam and Himanshu Nagpal to combat malnutrition have transformed thousands of lives — renovating Anganwadi centres, providing nutritional support, and setting up mini Nutritional Rehabilitation Centres, reducing severe acute malnutrition from 24,820 to just 316 in three years.

Born with a rare blood disorder and given little hope, Parameswari T chose strength over struggle. Now 25, she uses her journey to inspire thousands, spreading awareness, hope, and positivity. Her story is a reminder that with determination and love for life, no obstacle is too great.

Ity Pandey, the Divisional Railway Manager in Bhusawal, introduced Rudra, a ‘hospital on wheels’ initiative, to provide accessible healthcare to railway workers and their families in remote areas. This mobile clinic is changing healthcare delivery and offering timely medical services directly to those who need them the most.