Wimberly Gunj, Nov. 10: HumaneTouch, a leading NGO dedicated to social welfare and community upliftment, inaugurated its new Nagrik Seva Kendra on November 10, 2024, at 10:30 AM at its Wimberly Gunj office. The inauguration ceremony was graced by the esteemed Dr. Nitin Shakya, DANICS Director of Social Welfare, who attended as the Chief Guest. Dr. Shakya lauded the efforts of HumaneTouch and highlighted various social welfare schemes in his address, commending the NGO's ongoing commitment to serving the community.

An independent Self-Help Group (SHG) named IZZAT SHG was also introduced at the event. IZZAT SHG has been established to support women’s empowerment and generate employment opportunities through catering services and providing homemade food. This initiative aims to foster economic independence among women in the community.

The event also honored notable figures from the Islamic Welfare Society, with M Abdul Majeed, President, and MK Mohammed, Secretary, attending as Guests of Honor. The program commenced with a welcome speech and a Presidential address from Br. Intazar Nahim, President of HumaneTouch, who offered an overview of the NGO’s numerous initiatives focused on social betterment and community support.

Br. A Abdul Aziz, Coordinator of the Nagrik Seva Kendra, outlined the wide range of essential services the center will offer. These services include assistance for scholarships under CSR funds, passport seva, and online applications for driving and learning licenses. Additionally, the center provides career counseling, support for online applications for admission and entrance exams for both state and national-level colleges and universities, and guidance on accessing a variety of social welfare schemes through the Health, Social Welfare, and Industries departments, among other services.

On behalf of HumaneTouch, Jb. M Abdul Majeed presented a memento to Dr. Nitin Sakya as a token of appreciation for his valuable support. Jb. MK Mohammed also addressed the audience, underscoring the significance of assisting the underprivileged through dedicated social work.

The gathering was further enriched by speeches from P Abdul Basheer, Pradhan Kanyapuram; VK Mariyam Bibi, Zila Parishad, Bamboo Flat; and V.D Leju, a noted social worker. Other distinguished attendees included Shri. Venkat Ram Babu, Pradhan of Wimberly Gunj; A Ummer, Zilla Parishad member of Wimberly Gunj; Deb Kumar Badra, President of Sparsh NGO; Shri Abhay Kumar, President of LOTE NGO; and Shri N Yousuf, President of AMSO, along with around 110 villagers who joined in celebrating the center's inauguration.

The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Br. MK Naseerudeen, Secretary of HumaneTouch, while Br. N Yassir, Executive Member of HumaneTouch, adeptly moderated the ceremony.

The Nagrik Seva Kendra stands as a testament to HumaneTouch’s mission to support and uplift the community by ensuring access to essential welfare services, thus empowering citizens and fostering social harmony. Nagrik Seva Kendra, Opp. BSNL Office, Wimberly Gunj will be open from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM from Monday to Saturday.