Activities

Priyobondhu conducted a WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) survey to assess the existing conditions of drinking water access, sanitation facilities, and hygiene practices among community members. The survey aimed to identify gaps, challenges, and priority areas requiring intervention to improve public health and living standards. The findings of the survey were intended to support evidence-based planning for future WASH-related programs, awareness initiatives, and infrastru

April 1, 2018 - Commenced S E T O N A project for Bengtol Circle (87 villages), Chirang District (BTAD) to create awareness and educate the community on maternal and child health (MCH) and procurement of MCH schemes and services provided by the Government . It is a comprehensive community health awareness program for mother and child health care.

March 15, 2018 - An awareness program on Sexual harassment and Post traumatic stress disorder management was conducted at Pragjyotish College on March 15, 2018. Subjects discussed were- Women sexual harassment, its forms, places of occurrence, its types, its effects, what to do, what not to do, Legal options and Post traumatic stress disorder management. 37 girls participated in the program. A significant interactive session between our resource people Nimi Borgohain, Chief C

March 12, 2018 - In memory of Late Nandita Das, Priyobondhu came forward to support a girl Rupali Das of Balilecha village in Nalbari district. Her family was suffering from severe financial constraints and she was about to be married. The sole income of her family is her father who was a rickshaw puller. The marriage was solemnized on March 12, 2018. We provided her some essential belongings like clothes, gold ornaments, kitchen utensils, suitcase, blanket, bed sheets, mosqu

An awareness program on menstrual hygiene management was conducted at Nalapara slums, Narengi. Sanitary pads and toiletries were distributed to adolescent girls and women. A clothes distribution program was held at Nalapara Slums, Narengi, with the goal of supporting underprivileged families in need. The initiative aimed to provide warmth and dignity to individuals and families facing financial hardships. A variety of clothing items, including warm wear, children’s clothes, a

'Stepping Out of the Kitchen'- Cake Baking Competition for Women On February 25, 2018, Priyobondhu, with the support of Panasonic Cooking, organized an authentic cake baking competition at Chandmari, Guwahati, under the empowering theme 'Stepping Out of the Kitchen', celebrating women who live with pride, dignity, and entrepreneurial spirit. The initiative was designed to promote gainful self-employment opportunities for women by encouraging them to transform their culinary s

On February 15, 2018, Priyobondhu expanded its ongoing educational support initiatives at Kailashpur LP School, Kahilipara, Guwahati, by introducing Yoga and Spoken English classes for the students, in addition to the organization’s regular breakfast program. Recognizing the importance of holistic child development, the initiative aimed to enhance both physical well-being and communication skills among young learners. The Yoga sessions were designed to promote physical fitnes

February 13, 2018- Looking at the alarming rise of child sexual abuse, molesting, groping etc. cases, an Awareness program on safe, unsafe, unwanted touch for girl child was commenced from February 13, 2018. The program is named LOUDLY NO. The objective of the program is teaching girls about limits to identify reasonable, safe and permissible ways for other people to behave towards them and how they will respond when someone passes those limits, empowering girls by respecting

With the objective of promoting employment-oriented skill development and encouraging gainful self-employment, especially among women skilled in traditional cooking, Priyobondhu organized the Assamese Traditional Food Competition during the Rongali Festival held from January 19 to 21, 2018 at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra, Guwahati, Assam. The initiative aimed to empower traditional food artisans by motivating them to commercialize their culinary skills and transform househo

From January 19 to 21, 2018, as part of the Rongali Festival held at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra, Guwahati, Assam, a Traditional Assamese Kitchen was constructed to celebrate and showcase the rich culinary heritage of Assam. In addition to the Assamese Traditional Food Competition and various food stalls, the traditional kitchen served as a live demonstration space where visitors could experience the preparation methods, utensils, ingredients, and cooking styles associated

Empowering Women and Promoting Traditional Culinary Arts at Rongali Festival. In addition to the Assamese Traditional Food Competition held at the Rongali Festival, Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra, Guwahati, Assam from January 19-21, 2018, Priyobondhu provided a platform for 8 food artisans, with a focus on women, by allotting them food stalls to showcase their culinary skills. These artisans served over 100 varieties of traditional and fast foods, celebrating the rich and div

On January 10, 2018, Priyobondhu marked a significant milestone by inaugurating the newly reconstructed Pukarkata LP School (non-provincialised) located at Lahorighat in Morigaon District. The initiative reflected the belief that education, along with health and livelihood, is fundamental to the holistic development of rural communities in India. Established in 1982, Pukarkata LP School had been serving the local community for over 35 years. However, due to prolonged financia

Clothes Distribution Program at Pub Telahi, North Lakhimpur District. On December 15, 2017, Priyobondhu organized a clothes distribution program in Pub Telahi, located in the North Lakhimpur District. As part of the initiative, blankets were distributed to 71 families in need, providing warmth and comfort during the cold winter months. This program was an effort to support the underprivileged communities in the region, ensuring that the most vulnerable families had access to

Clothes Distribution Program at Amtola, Jaingaon, North Lakhimpur District On December 14, 2017, Priyobondhu conducted a clothes distribution program at Amtola, Jaingaon in the North Lakhimpur District. As part of this initiative, blankets, warm menswear, women's wear, and children's wear were distributed to 159 families in need. The goal of this program was to support families facing hardships during the cold winter months, providing them with essential clothing to ensure th

On November 29, 2017, Priyobondhu extended relief support to families affected by the eviction at Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary. Recognizing the immediate humanitarian needs of the displaced population, essential relief materials were distributed to help them cope with the crisis. The relief assistance included drinking water, biscuits, and puffed rice, which were distributed to approximately 375 affected families. The initiative aimed to provide immediate nourishment and suppor

The 2nd Foundation Day of Priyobondhu symbolized a journey of two years dedicated to service, resilience and community empowerment. It was an occasion to reflect on past achievements, renew commitments, and move forward with strengthened resolve to serve society. Click the link below to see all images https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=521717528186954&set=pcb.521719484853425

On November 14, 2017, Children’s Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at Kailashpur LP School, Kahilipara, Guwahati. The program was organized to encourage creativity, participation, and overall development among students through a variety of engaging activities. Several competitions and recreational activities including drawing, singing, dancing, recitation, and fun games were conducted as part of the celebration. A total of 65 students actively participated, showcasing their

On October 29, 2017, an awareness program on Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) was conducted at Salana Tea Estate, Anjukpani, Nagaon. The program aimed to educate adolescent girls and women on safe menstrual practices, personal hygiene, and the importance of reproductive health. The awareness sessions were led by Dr. Dharmananda Sarma, Medical Officer of Simonabasti BHPC, Salana, Nagaon, who provided medical insights into menstrual health and hygiene. Additional sessions wer

On October 2, 2017, a public awareness program on hospital cleanliness was conducted at Gauhati Medical College Hospital (GMCH). The primary objective of the initiative was to sensitize patients, visitors, and the general public about the importance of maintaining cleanliness and adopting hygienic practices within the hospital campus. The program emphasized responsible behavior such as proper waste disposal, maintaining sanitation in common areas, and creating a clean and saf

On October 30, 2017, Priyobondhu extended its support to a homeless woman and her two children, one of whom was an infant suffering from a high fever. The family had been abandoned by the woman's husband and was estranged from her family, leaving them to survive on the streets. Upon learning of their dire situation, Priyobondhu acted quickly, rescuing them from the harsh conditions. The infant, in critical health due to the fever, was immediately rushed to Gauhati Medical Col