Maitri Pune is a volunteer non-governmental organisation based in Pune, India whose work includes helping tribals in the Melghat and Marathwada regions. Established in 1992,[1] they have helped to lower the infant mortality rate, along with raising agricultural production and increasing AIDS awareness. In recentTemplate:When years they have expanded their reach to include natural disaster relief and a helpline for AIDS awareness which was receiving 1,500 calls a day as of 2009.[2][3]
Notes
- ↑ Maitri.
- ↑ With Maitri, weekends get a new meaning. The Times of India(2009-05-19).
- ↑ Appeal for Aid. Express India(2006-08-11).
External links
- Official website
- NGO to start drive against malnutrition in Melghat The Times of India
- Govt apathy main reason for backwardness in Melghat The Times of India