Mahila Sansthan

  A 90-Year-Old Grandmother Rescued from Bulandshahr: A Story of Humanity and Hope On 30th February 2026, members of the MASS team—Gopal Shashwat and Joshika Sharma—received urgent information from local residents about a heartbreaking situation. A 90-year-old elderly mother had reportedly been abandoned by her children nearly three months ago and was living in extremely poor conditions. When the team arrived at the location, the reality was even more distressing than expected. The elderly woman was suffering from severe headache and fever. Upon closer care and cleaning, it was discovered that her scalp was infested with numerous maggots. Her condition reflected deep neglect and pain, leaving the team emotionally shaken. Understanding the urgency, the MASS team immediately took action. She was safely rescued and brought to the आश्रम (shelter), where she is now receiving proper medical attention, care, and dignity—something every human being deserves. Sri Shyam Old Age Home ...

  International Women’s Day – A Journey of 40 Years of Women’s Empowerment On the occasion of International Women’s Day, I find myself reflecting on an emotional and meaningful journey. It has been nearly 40 years since I began nurturing and managing this organization. Over these four decades, our organization has experienced many ups and downs, challenges and achievements, but the spirit of working for women’s empowerment has remained constant. When I look back, I remember the early days when many women in our communities lived behind the ghoonghat, hesitant to step outside their homes. Some worked in other people’s houses just to support their families. Despite the limitations they faced, they carried within them immense strength, resilience, and determination. Being part of their journeys, seeing their gradual transformation into confident and aware individuals, has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The work of our organization has always been rooted in the ...

  When a Mother Is Left Behind by the Children She Raised https://youtube.com/shorts/uLJRQAJu9Vk?feature=share                                       https://youtu.be/gtXMjWo3J40 On 9 January 2026, an elderly woman named Shanti Devi was rescued from Vijay Nagar, Ghaziabad, and brought to Sri Shyam Vridha Ashram. She arrived with trembling steps, moist eyes, and a heart heavy with betrayal—but with no belongings of her own. During counselling, a painful truth emerged. Shanti Devi has three sons. All three are married. All three are capable of providing care. Yet none of them were willing to give their mother a place in their home—or in their hearts. These were the same sons whose first steps were guided by her hands. The same sons for whom she sacrificed her own hunger so they would never sleep without food. The same sons for whom she worked relentlessly, endured hardship, and built a futur...

  Clean Drinking Water Initiative in Ramchandipur (Reta Daab) https://youtu.be/UT2uWaSXpK4 RO Plant Proposal for the Nishad / Mallah Community by MASS (Mustafabad Gram Panchayat, Uttar Pradesh – Water Crisis & Community Development) Ramchandipur (Reta Daab) village, located under Mustafabad Gram Panchayat , is home to marginalized communities that continue to face a severe drinking water crisis . As per 2025 estimates , the village has a total population of approximately 4,500 people . The demographic composition includes around 80% Nishad / Mallah community , while the remaining 20% consists of Yadav, Harijan, Rajbhar communities, one Kumhar family , and one Muslim family .   Drinking Water Crisis in Ramchandipur Village A Persistent Rural Challenge For several years, residents of Reta Daab have been dependent on unsafe and contaminated water sources for daily consumption. The impact is especially severe on women, children, and elderly people , leading to...

  Crisis of Safe Drinking Water in the Nishad Settlement of Gram Ramchandipur Dhaab Crisis of Safe Drinking Water in the Nishad Settlement of Gram Ramchandipur Dhaab A Population of 2,500 Forced to Consume Contaminated Water 🎥 Ground Reality Video: https://youtu.be/OV85rz1IWsQ Introduction Water is the basis of life. However, in the Nishad settlement of Gram Sabha Ramchandipur Dhaab (Reta area), Uttar Pradesh , life itself is under threat. This area, with a population of approximately 2,500 people , has been facing a severe shortage of safe drinking water for several years. Field visits and community interactions conducted by Mahila Sansthan (MASS) have revealed the alarming reality of this crisis. Contaminated Water: The Root Cause of Illness Local women and men reported that when water is drawn from hand pumps or other sources, it turns reddish-yellow in color and emits a strong foul odor . Despite its poor quality, residents are compelled to use this water for drinking and c...

  Sabia’s True Story: From Unconscious on the Road to a New Beginning (A real incident handled by MASS Organization, Varanasi) Sabia, a young married woman from Bihar, had lived a life full of struggles. One day, fate brought her to Varanasi and changed the course of her life forever.                                                                                SABIA Found Unconscious Near BHU One day, the police found a woman lying unconscious near BHU in Varanasi. They informed the staff of MASS organization. The team brought her to the organization’s Short Stay Home (Alpawas Griha) . For the first two–three months, Sabia was mentally unstable and unable to speak or recall anything. The organization arranged medical treatment, and gradually her condition improved. During Counse...