Sant Nirankari Mission, along with the Brihan Mumbai Corporation (B.M.C) arranged an Anti Malaria drive and Malaria awareness camp for the general police at the Worli police ground in Mumbai on July 2, 2011.

This event was inaugurated by D.C.P Mr. Bhosle.  Also present at the event were A.C.P Mr. Joshi and Sr. inspector Mr. Gavit. 

In his inaugural speech Mr. Bhosle appreciated the social welfare work undertaken by the Sant Nirankari Charitable Foundation and also assured to provide all possible help to the Mission.  A.C.P Mr. Joshi also supported the cause and appreciated the efforts put in by the Sant Nirankari Charitable Foundation.  He also requested that such social awareness camps may be held at regular intervals.  He also said that Sant Nirankari Mission is creating better and responsible citizens by undertaking such noble cause and spreading the Social and Spiritual awareness.  Same was echoed by Sr. Ins. Mr. Gavit.

The total turn out at this camp was over 300 policemen.  Over 100 of them got their blood tested for Malaria.  Those who were found positive in the test were given free medicine and advice to protect themselves from Malaria.

1.      From B.M.C. Malaria staff, Mr. Gawkar and Mr. Mumbaikar were also present.  They shared their knowledge on the disease and also gave some tips to avoid Malaria from spreading. 

This was a very successful and helpful event.  The people in the local areas also appreciated the efforts put in by the Sant Nirankari Mission and also requested to arrange more of such camps.  They also thanked Mrs. Prem Oberoi (Coordinator Social Welfare dept.) for organizing this event.

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