Project 2
Nivar Flood Relief Support – 2020
The severe and high-velocity floods caused by Cyclone Nivar severely impacted several villages in the Sunnambukulam and Chengachoolaimedu regions of Thiruvallur District. Many families were left without work, food, and essential needs for nearly three weeks, struggling to cope with the aftermath.
Through our Udaiyavar Kottai Centre (Sengachoolaimedu), Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust extended immediate relief to the affected tribal and fishing communities. On 5 December 2020 and 7 December 2020, we provided essential food support by distributing:
- 5 kg Rice Bags
- Beneficiaries: 330 Families
- Irular community families
- Fishermen families
This timely intervention helped vulnerable households survive a critical period and ensured they had basic food security during one of the most challenging times.
Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust remains committed to supporting marginalized communities during natural disasters and emergencies.
Diwali Celebration Support for Needy Children
At Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust, we believe that every child deserves to experience the joy and warmth of festivals, regardless of their economic background. Every year, our institute has continued this heartfelt tradition by supporting underprivileged children and ensuring that their Diwali celebrations are filled with happiness and dignity.
As part of our annual Diwali initiative, we distribute new festive dresses to numerous poor and deserving students, helping them celebrate the festival with confidence, pride, and fulfilment. The beneficiaries include children from:
- Irulas Colony
- Fishermen Colony
- Students of our Trust
This consistent effort brings smiles to many young faces and strengthens our mission of uplifting marginalized communities through compassion, care, and continuous support.
Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust remains committed to lighting up the lives of children and families who need it the most — year after year.
Annual Educational Support for High-Scoring Students
Every year, Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust extends strong encouragement to meritorious students by providing educational support to those who have scored high marks in 10th and +2 examinations. Our aim is to ensure that talented and hardworking students can continue their higher education without financial barriers.
Through this annual initiative, we help deserving students move forward with confidence, pursue their chosen fields, and build a brighter future for themselves and their families. By supporting education year after year, we continue to uplift communities and nurture young achievers.
Periodic Free Eye Camps for Senior Citizens and Students
Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust regularly organizes free Eye Camps , providing essential eye care services to poor senior citizens and students who do not have access to proper medical facilities.
During our most recent eye camp:
- 300 villagers (including senior citizens and students) received complete eye check-ups
- 100 spectacles were distributed free of cost
These camps help restore clear vision, improve academic performance for students, and enhance the overall quality of life for senior citizens. Through this continuous initiative, the Trust remains committed to ensuring accessible and affordable eye care for all.
COVID-19 Relief Activities
The COVID-19 pandemic and nationwide lockdown brought immense hardship to thousands of vulnerable families, especially daily-wage workers and Irula tribal communities across Thiruvallur District. To support those most affected, Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust launched extensive relief operations through its branch centre at Elavur.
Cooked Meal Distribution
From 30 March 2020 to 3 May 2020, the Trust served freshly prepared meals to 600 people every day in Senga Soolai Medu, ensuring that no one slept hungry during the lockdown.
Dry Ration Relief
The Trust distributed essential grocery kits containing rice, dal, oil, biscuits, and other daily necessities to:
- 3,611 destitute Irula families
- Physically challenged individuals
- Elderly persons living alone
- Other vulnerable households in Thiruvallur District
Support to Teachers & Daily-Wage Families
To support those who lost their livelihood during the lockdown:
To support those who lost their livelihood during the lockdown:
- 35 Free Tuition Centre Teachers received 25 kg rice bags
- 25 daily-wage earners and deserving families received 25 kg rice bags
Special Assistance to Vulnerable Communities
Focused support was extended to:
- 10 physically disabled individuals and their families
- 3 transgender persons
Each received groceries and 25 kg rice bags to ensure food security during the crisis.
Phase-Wise Relief Distribution
Phase 1 — Provision Kits (₹750 per family)
- 04.04.2020 – Minjur Reddipalayam Irular Community – 30 families
- 04.04.2020 – Elavur Irular Colony – 50 families
- 06.04.2020 – Kallur Irular Community – 15 families
- 06.04.2020 – Oblapuram Irular Colony – 6 families
- 09.04.2020 – Perumalpattu Colony(Daily Wage Workers) – 10 families
Phase 2 — Provision Kits (₹300 per family)
- 12.04.2020 – RamapuramAkkapettaIrular Colony, AkkampettaEarikakraiIrular Colony, PettaiIrular Colony – 150 families
- 12.04.2020 – ThalaripaliyamIrular Colony, EichakattaMeduIrular Colony, KongalmeduNagarajakandigaiIrular Colony – 600 families
Phase 3 — 5 kg Rice Distribution
- 21.04.2020 – ObasamuthiramIrular Colony, Poongulam, Sunnambukulam, Relldipaliyam, SengalSoolaimedu, KaraikaduMedu, Oblapuram, Palavakkam, Mukkarambakkam – 700 families
Phase 4 — 5 kg Rice Distribution
- 25.04.2020 – Ramapuramirular Colony, AnapaguntaIrular Coly, AkkampettaIrlar Colony, KallurIrular colony, SaliaynakandigaiIrular Cony, Thanipoondi and Kaveraipettai – 700 families
Phase 5 — 25 kg Rice + ₹500 Grocery Kit
- 28.04.2020 – 30 Tution Teachers and Obasamuthiram, Sennavaram, KallurIrular Colonies – 100 families
Phase 6 — 5 kg Rice Distribution
- 01.05.2020 – ElavurIrular Colony, Vannar Colony , Appavaram – 500 families
Phase 7 — 5 kg Rice Distribution
- 03.05.2020 – Sunnambukulam (Destitute elders & deserving families) – 600 families
Phase 8 — 5 kg Rice + ₹300 Grocery Kit
- 05.05.2020 – Physically challenged families in Elavur & Sunnambukulam – 150 families
Our Commitment
At Sri Ramanuja Charitable Trust, our guiding principle is “Reaching the Unreached.”
During the COVID-19 crisis, our volunteers, donors, and supporters came together to ensure that the most vulnerable communities received timely and meaningful support.
