Arogya Sagaram

A Health Project promoting NCD Prevention and Management among Fishermen in the Changing Sundarbans

The Arogya Sagaram project, an upcoming healthcare initiative by Anjana Ghosh Memorial Social Welfare Trust (AGMSWT), aimed at addressing the pressing health challenges of fishing communities in the Sundarbans. These communities suffer from geographical isolation, limited access to healthcare, high prevalence of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), occupational hazards, and inadequate vision and oral healthcare services.

The project seeks funding of INR 2,99,16,500 to implement comprehensive mobile healthcare services, including free medical camps, NCD screenings, occupational health interventions, eye and dental check-ups, and community-based health education programs across eight remote blocks in the Sundarbans for 36 months implementation timeframe.

By ensuring timely healthcare interventions, preventive care, and referrals, the project will enhance health outcomes, reduce disease burdens, and improve the overall well-being of these vulnerable communities.

Why Funding is required

AGMSWT seeks funding and partnerships to launch and sustain the Arogya Sagaram project across eight blocks of the Sundarbans. The funds will be used to:

• Establish Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) - Fully equipped with doctors, nurses, diagnostic tools, and essential medicines.
• Conduct Free Health Camps & Screenings - Provide BP monitoring, diabetes testing, oral and eye check-ups, and occupational health support.
• Procure Medical Equipment & Medicines - Ensure timely diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses and chronic diseases.
• Train Community Health Workers (CHWs) - Build local healthcare capacity for sustainable impact.
• Raise Health Awareness - Conduct workshops, street plays, and counseling sessions on preventive care.

Objectives

• Deliver Essential Healthcare Services – Deploy mobile medical units (MMUs) for remote village health camps.
• Early Detection & Management of NCDs – Screen and treat hypertension, diabetes, and respiratory diseases.
• Enhance Occupational Health & Safety – Address work-related injuries, infections, and environmental health hazards.
• Strengthen Eye & Oral Health – Provide free vision screenings, spectacles, and dental care services.
• Reduce Healthcare Inequality – Prioritize marginalized and economically disadvantaged fishing families.

Implementation Plan & Phases

Phase 1 – Project Initiation & Planning (Months 1-6)

• Establish Project Office & Secure Approvals
• Recruit & Train Healthcare Teams & Community Health Workers (CHWs)
• Conduct Baseline Health Surveys & Needs Assessments
• Procure & Set Up Mobile Medical Units (MMUs)

Phase 2 – Implementation (Months 7-24)

• Conduct 40 Mobile Health Camps in 8 Blocks
• Deploy Community Health Workers (CHWs) for Health Awareness & Screening
• Provide NCD, Vision & Oral Health Screenings.
• Establish Referral System with Government Hospitals.

Phase 3 – Monitoring & Sustainability (Months 25-36)

• Evaluate Project Impact & Conduct Final Health Surveys
• Train Community-Based Health Committees for Long-Term Healthcare Support.
• Strengthen Linkages with Government & Public Health Programs

Target Geographical Areas & Beneficiaries

The Arogya Sagaram project will serve remote coastal fishing communities across eight Sundarbans blocks – 1. Sagar, 2. Namkhana, 3. Patharpratima, 4. Kultali, 5. Gosaba, 6. Basanti, 7. Sandeshkhali-II and 8. Hingalganj

• Total Beneficiaries - 11,500 individuals.
• Fishing Families - 50,000+ indirect beneficiaries.
• Elderly & Women - 5,000+ individuals at high risk of NCDs.
• Children & Youth - 2,000+ benefiting from vision & oral care programs.

Impact

• 85% of the target population will receive free NCD screenings & treatment.
• 50% reduction in preventable health complications due to early detection.
• Increased healthcare accessibility, reducing patient travel time by 25%.
• Improved vision & oral health, leading to higher productivity and quality of life.
• Stronger healthcare awareness, leading to better preventive health practices.

Budget & Funding Requirements

Total Funding Required – INR 2,99,16,500
 

Sl. No	Component	Amount	Percentage
1	Personnel Costs	INR 83,94,000	28.06%
2	Mobile Medical Units	INR 87,49,000	29.24%
3	Medical Equipment & Supplies	INR 35,15,500	11.75%
4	Health Education & Awareness	INR 30,40,000	10.16%
5	CHW Training & Support	INR 10,09,000	3.37%
6	Communication & Advocacy	INR 21,90,000	7.32%
7	Administrative Costs	INR 30,19,000	10.10%
Total	Project Budget	INR 2,99,16,500	100%

Call for Support & Collaboration

AGMSWT is seeking funding partners, CSR collaborations, and individual donors to implement this high-impact healthcare initiative.

With your financial support, we can provide life-saving medical care, prevent disease burdens, and build a healthier future for thousands of vulnerable families in the Sundarbans.

How You Can Support

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Funding – Contribute as part of your CSR initiative.
• Philanthropic Grants – Partner with AGMSWT to drive sustainable healthcare solutions.
• Individual Donations – Help fund medical equipment, mobile health camps, and community training programs.