Bharathi, a 38-year-old woman affected by polio since childhood, lives with her disabled mother and struggles to survive. With support from Malar Trust India, she has started a small roadside business that helps her to survive.
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Ferose, 42, has lived with a severe disability since childhood after being affected by polio and now also faces serious heart problems requiring constant care. Unable to work regularly, he lives with his elderly parents, who struggle to meet basic expenses.
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Prakash, 26, used to work as a sculptor decorating temples. He was married and had a young child. Two years ago, he suffered a serious motorcycle accident, hitting his head and spending a long time in a coma. The accident left the right side of his body mostly paralyzed, making it difficult for him to walk or use his right arm and hand. After the accident, Prakash’s wife took their child and left him, returning to live with her parents.
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Last Saturday we had a meaningful meeting with parents and students in Puliyur. Gatherings like this are very important for our work because they allow us to listen, share experiences, and strengthen the relationship between families, students, and the Malar Trust community.
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Yesterday, our team had the privilege of visiting Kancheepuram, where we distributed a laptop to Sathyamoorthy, a young man whose life story is a powerful example of courage, resilience, and determination.
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Malar helped 11 families in the tribal village of Masima Nagar gain access to electricity in their homes.
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In the peaceful village of Thondamanallur in Kanchipuram district lives 39-year-old Venkatesan. Six years ago, his life changed tragically. Before the accident, he worked hard every day as a daily-wage labourer and supported his family, including his mother.
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For the academic year 2025–2026, Malar Trust India has renewed its commitment to education by awarding scholarships totaling around 9 lakh rupees to economically disadvantaged yet talented students.
Thanks to this support, many young people are able to continue their studies without interruption and keep their aspirations alive.
Malar Trust has started a wonderful collaboration with an association in Mallapuram and a specialized hospital in Chennai to offer free eye check-ups and surgeries — with transportation and follow-up visits included.
Continue reading “A New Partnership for Eye Health”M. grew up in a humble tribal family. Both of his parents worked in wedding venues cleaning halls, clearing tables after meals and washing utensils. Watching them perform such physically demanding labor left a deep impression on him and motivated him to study hard, determined to build a better future for him and his family.
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