Orphanage

It was again because of a project given in my first year that helped me to know the the functioning of an orphanage and also the tragic story of the children studying there. Here is some information about the orphanage and also the children.

NARAYANCHANDRA TRUST. (Orphanage for street children-boys) Moregaon,Virar road,Nallasopara.(E). was started by Dr Malpane and his wife Dr Chandrakala Malpane. It was Mrs. Malpane’s dream to use their savings in such a way that it can be beneficial to a certain section of the society. So they decided to start an orphanage for street children especially boys.

This organization was recognized by government in the year 1990. It was established in Nallasopara in the year 2000 but the construction was started in the year 2007. It has a capacity of 50 children but currently it has 32 children. These boys are all street boys who either do not have parents or who have parents but they cannot effort to look after them.

This orphanage is currently running well with out any problems as their trust has sufficient finance to support the living of these children. They provide free education for the boys till 18 years of their age. They accept children only between ages of 6-8 years. Because at this age they can mould the minds of children in their own way, which will be fruitful in the coming years of their life.
It also works according to the guidelines set by the penal court. It follows the Bhiwandi court process of balkalyan samiti. It has certificates given by the income tax departments. It does not have adoption facility but they are looking for foster families for these children. Because after 18 years they will have to leave the orphanage and stand on their own feet. The orphanage will provide them with finance they need for their education but will not provide shelter. Hence they are searching for foster parents who can guide these children when they step out of the orphanage.

RAMU.

• Name: Ramu.
• Age: 7 years.
• Parents: Mother and Father dead.
• Found: Ramu was found in a toilet and thus was send to a remand home. But no one recognized him and hence through court procedures he was sent to this orphanage.
• Current status: Ramu studies in a government school, Marathi Medium and wants to join police in future.

SHANKAR.

• Name: Shankar.
• Age: 10 years.
• Parents: There is no clue about his father. His Mother was a prostitute but she is also dead.
• Found: Shankar was found in remand home and was sent to this orphanage.
• Current status: Studies in 5th standard and likes drawing. Can operate computers and has basic knowledge about computers. In future wants to become an artist because he likes painting and drawing a lot.

I only hope that these students study well as they are provided with best of the opportunities this orphanage can provide and make their future bright.