Under the leadership of Father Dr. Mathew George, Don Bosco HRD Mission Dhobasole has provided critical aid to patients at the Bankura Leprosy Hospital, the largest leprosy treatment center in Eastern India.

Though declared eradicated, thousands still suffer from leprosy in neglected regions, facing extreme social stigma. There are 350 men and 150 women patients, many of whom lack basic necessities, including mobility aids and proper storage for their belongings.

HRD Mission Director Dr. Mathew George recalled, "Our discussions with hospital authorities helped us identify urgent needs beyond what the government could provide. To address these gaps, we supplied 500 bedside lockers, ensuring patients had secure storage for personal items. Recognizing mobility challenges, we provided 50 wheelchairs, 20 tricycles, and 50 pairs of crutches, restoring a sense of independence."

Additionally, Assistant Director Fr Manoj and collaborators distributed 105 hearing aids to improve communication, along with 120 large umbrellas and 120 ceiling fans to ease living conditions. To enhance medical care, crucial equipment—including ECG machines, stethoscopes, BP monitors, and glucometers—was supplied to ensure better diagnostics and treatment.

Petra Theiner of Sudtirol,of 'Hoffnung auf einen Besseren Morgen provided two battery-operated auto rickshaws (Totos) easing transportation for patients. In addition to two large washing machines, essential personal care items, including mattresses, chairs, buckets, towels, soap, oil, and clothing, were distributed.

Beyond medical relief, the Don Bosco HRD Mission has supported rehabilitation villages—Pierdoba, Garbheta, and Bishnupur—where patients who have been cured struggle to reintegrate into society. Initiatives include housing improvements, vocational training, and food assistance, offering dignity and hope to former patients.

A year into its work, the mission stands as a beacon of compassion, proving that sustained action can uplift even the most marginalized lives.