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Ananda Yaan Spreads Happiness To Underprivileged Elders For 9 Years

Ananda Yaan completes 9 years, Navnit Ajmera attends celebration, Rotary Club involved

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 24 July 2026 at 08:27 pm
Ananda Yaan Spreads Happiness To Underprivileged Elders For 9 Years

Ananda Yaan, a renowned Elder Day Care program run by the Rotary Club of Bombay in collaboration with Dignity Foundation, has completed 9 years of spreading happiness to underprivileged elders in Central Mumbai.

The program, which operates five days a week at three centers in Byculla, E.Moses Rd, and Mazgaon, provides a structured daily schedule for its beneficiaries, including health-related activities such as yoga and zumba.

Manish Reshamwala, President of the Rotary Club of Mumbai, praised the initiative, stating that it is a shining example of consistent and effective community service that deserves to be emulated.

Navnit Ajmera, Regal Chairman of Avenue of Elder Care, attended the modest celebration and urged more people to take up similar projects, citing the visible happiness it brings to the underprivileged elders.

Ananda Yaan, which translates to 'Mission to Happiness', also offers medical facilities, including monthly doctor visits and the purchase of prescribed medicines.

According to Charu Agarwal, Chairperson of the Ananda Yaan Committee, the program goes beyond daily activities, organizing offsite trips, picnics, and even sponsoring cataract surgeries for its beneficiaries.

One of the highlights of the program is its annual musical event, held in collaboration with the Shankar Mahadevan Academy, which has become a highly anticipated event.

The completion of 9 years of Ananda Yaan is a testament to the dedication and commitment of the Rotary Club of Bombay and Dignity Foundation towards serving the underprivileged elderly community in Central Mumbai.

This initiative has not only improved the lives of its beneficiaries but has also inspired others to take up similar community service projects.

As the program continues to grow and expand, it is likely to have a lasting impact on the lives of underprivileged elders in Central Mumbai, providing them with a sense of community, care, and happiness.

The success of Ananda Yaan serves as a reminder of the importance of community service and the positive difference it can make in the lives of those in need.

In conclusion, the completion of 9 years of Ananda Yaan is a significant milestone, and its continued efforts to spread happiness to underprivileged elders are a shining example of the power of community service and collaboration.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ananda Yaan?

Ananda Yaan is an Elder Day Care program run by the Rotary Club of Bombay in collaboration with Dignity Foundation.

What services does Ananda Yaan provide?

Ananda Yaan provides health-related activities, medical facilities, and sponsors cataract surgeries for underprivileged elders.

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