deshapranwelfaretrust@gmail.com +91 9732584377
Empowering Lives Since 2019

Compassion in Action.
Dignity for the Elderly.

Our Mission

Emerging from the inspiring clarion call "We Serve", we are dedicated to building a safe haven—a Briddhashram—and providing allied social welfare services including healthcare, child homes, and educational support to the vulnerable communities of Contai.

LATEST

Briddhashram structural work underway at Brahmansasan Mouza. Target completion: June 2027.

View Project Status
2019
Year Established
70
Decimal Land Secured
50+
Seniors Assisted Yearly
1
Mega Project Underway
Flagship Initiative

The Briddhashram Project

We are undertaking the herculean task of erecting a massive Briddhashram (Old Age Home) to pay unflinching tribute to our land donor, Late Kalidas Tripathy. Located behind the Contai Polytechnic College, this sanctuary will offer a pleasant, snag-free ambiance with dedicated medical care, targeting elders who are completely bereft of loved ones.

  • 100 meters away from Multi-specialty Hospital
  • In-house Doctor & Nurse Facilities
  • 10-15% Lower Sustenance Cost
  • Greenery Ambience & Resting Parks
Elderly Care Preview

Target Completion

June 30, 2027

How You Can Help

Join us in making a difference across Purba Medinipur.

Sponsor Construction

Help us build the Briddhashram brick by brick. Every contribution brings a homeless elder closer to a safe haven.

Donate to Fund

Food for Hunger

Support our ongoing feeding programs for orphanage children and the destitute in Purba Medinipur.

Sponsor a Meal

Become a Volunteer

Join our managing committee and advisory board in organizing health camps and outreach programs.

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About Us

History, Vision, and Leadership

Organizational Profile & Brief History

The Lions Club of Contai Deshapran Welfare Trust emerged into existence via a “Deed of Trust” in the womb of “Lions Club of Contai Deshapran” on June 14, 2019.

We stand firmly on the cult and tradition of our mainstay motto: "We Serve". Our journey began with the generous vision of the Settlor of the trust deed-cum-Land Donor, Lt. Kalidas Tripathy, who transferred and handed over his valuable 70 Decimal land to the Trust.

His dream was to build a Briddhashram (Old-Age Home) and other allied activities like a Nursery School, Poly Clinic, Dispensary, and Child Home. Today, we are undertaking the herculean task of erecting that Briddhashram to pay unflinching tribute to his legacy.

Vision & Objectives

  • Primary Objective: Construct and maintain a fully equipped Briddhashram for elders completely bereft of nearest/dearest ones.
  • Healthcare: Establish Poly Clinics and Dispensaries for affordable medical care.
  • Education: Open a locally-demanded Nursery School and Child Home facilities.
  • Community: Engage in multifarious charitable works including feeding the hungry and environmental protection.

Legal Status & Approvals

Registration Date

14.06.2019

PAN Number

AACTL0069Q

80G Approval Number

AACTL0069Q25KL01

Under Form 10AD u/s 12AB(1)(b)

Approval Validity

AY 2024-25 to 2028-29

Staff Position (2025-26) & Managing Committee

Originally comprising 15 Trustees, the Board is currently managed by 10 Founder Trustees and one Ex-Officio Trustee, dedicated to fulfilling the trust's objectives.

Shri (Dr.) Sukumar Panigrahi

Chairman

+91 9732584377

Shri (Dr.) Sumitra Maity

Vice-Chairman

+91 9732503746

Shri Bikash Rath

Secretary

+91 9733058355

Other Key Trustees
  • Shri Manas Ranjan Giri Asstt. Secretary
  • Shri Pravas Jana Treasurer
  • Shri Prabhat Kumar Maiti (Trustee)
  • Shri Rupak Giri (Trustee)
  • Shri Sujit Sar (Trustee)
  • Shri Amit Kumar Kamila (Trustee)
  • Shri Amit Kumar Maity (Trustee)
  • Shri Sourav Mondal (Ex-Officio)
Advisory Committee & Patrons

Supported by pioneer philanthropists:

  • Shri Partha Sarathi Das
  • Shri Dipankar Roy
  • Shri Ganesh Chandra Ghosh
  • Shri Kamal Das
  • Shri Kumaresh Dash
  • Shri Sujit Kar
  • Shri Sudam Sahoo
  • Shri Chandan Bandopadhyay
  • Shri Anjan Sen
  • Shri Debdulal Dasmahapatra

Infrastructure & Assets

Physical Facilities of the Trust

Our Foundation

The cornerstone of our infrastructural development is the 70 Decimal land generously transferred and handed over by the late landlord and Settlor, Lt. Kalidas Tripathy. This valuable plot serves as the canvas for our multi-faceted welfare projects.

Project Site Location

Brahmansasan Mouza, LR Plot No. 140, Contai – II Deshapran Block. Strategically located just behind the Contai Polytechnic College.

Ambiance & Surroundings

The site boasts a pleasant, snag-free outlook with fresh air and a greenery-filled ambiance, surrounded by a nursery contour. It includes plans for a resting park and a pastime area encircling a beautiful tank.

Proximity to Healthcare

The infrastructure is situated a mere 100 meters ahead of a multi-specialty Hospital, ensuring immediate emergency medical access alongside our own planned in-house doctor/nurse facilities.

Asset Valuation & Status

Fixed Assets (Land & Building Development)

₹53,41,840.00

*As per Audit Report 2024-25

Planned Physical Infrastructure

  • Briddhashram (Old Age Home) Under Construction
  • Nursery School Planning Phase
  • Poly Clinic & Dispensary Proposed
  • Child Home Proposed

Organizational Policies

Transparency, Ethics, and Guidelines

Human Resources (HR) Policy

Lions Club of Contai Deshapran Welfare Trust is committed to fostering a fair, inclusive, and supportive work environment. Our HR policy ensures equitable treatment of all staff, volunteers, and managing committee members. It outlines guidelines for recruitment, code of conduct, grievance redressal, and performance management, emphasizing respect, integrity, and dedication to our core motto, "We Serve". (Full policy document available at the registered office).

Child Protection Policy

With plans to establish a Nursery School and Child Home, safeguarding the rights and well-being of children is paramount. Our Child Protection Policy mandates strict background checks for all personnel interacting with minors, zero tolerance for any form of abuse or exploitation, and strict adherence to the Juvenile Justice Act and other national child safety frameworks. We strive to create a secure, nurturing environment for every child under our care.

Financial Transparency Policy

We believe in complete financial transparency to maintain the trust of our donors, well-wishers, and the general public. Annual audits are conducted by certified external auditors.

Snapshot from Last Audit Report (2024-25):

  • General Fund (Trustees): ₹12,50,000.00
  • Public Donations: ₹32,50,150.00
  • Fixed Assets: ₹53,41,840.00
  • Bank/Cash Balance: ₹4,32,830.00

Our Projects

Completed, Current & Future Initiatives

Current Focus

The Briddhashram Project

A serene sanctuary under construction for senior citizens completely bereft of nearest/dearest ones, offering dignity, care, and a beautiful living environment.

Target Beneficiaries

Only persons whose kith and kin are not in touch with them, or those completely bereft of nearest/dearest ones.

Cost Advantage

Sustenance facilities provided at a 10% to 15% lower cost compared to any other "Briddhashram" in the region.

Medical Care

All-time in-house doctor/nurse facility, situated near a multi-specialty hospital.

Timeline

Target Completion: June 30, 2027

Care & Monitoring

Ultimately, the original Lions Club acts as a parental body and caretaker, named “Lions club of Contai Deshapran”, under whose care and monitoring this Briddhashram is being undertaken to cater facilities to the elderly.

Ongoing Charitable Works

Senior Outreach Tours

Yearly signature program accompanying 50+ senior citizens to pilgrimage spots (Puri, Kashi, Brindaban, Ayodhya) entirely free of cost.

Health Camps

Regular Health Check-up, Blood Donation, and Arogyam Blood Detection Camps in association with Thyrocare, Mumbai.

Food for Hunger

Dedicated feeding programs for orphanage children conducted in association with local clubs and NGOs.

Environmental Drives

Distribution and plantation of saplings across arid areas in collaboration with environmental organizations.

Future Roadmap

We are in foray to get opened a "Nursery School" having complied with all technical aspects. This is a locally-demanded public call based on which the Board of Trustees has resolved to keep abreast with the Briddhashram project.

Subsequent phases of development on our 70-decimal land will focus on establishing the Poly Clinic, Dispensary, and Child Home as originally envisioned in the Trust Deed.

Media & Outreach

Impact Stories, Galleries & News

News & Updates

June 2024

Annual Audit Successfully Completed

The Trust successfully cleared its 2024-25 audit, demonstrating full financial compliance and a steady growth in public donations for the Briddhashram project.

March 2024

80G Exemption Renewed

We are pleased to announce that our 80G tax exemption status has been granted permanent approval up to Assessment Year 2028-29.

Project Images & Gallery

A visual journey of our ongoing projects, foundation ceremonies, health camps, and outreach programs dedicated to community welfare.

Contact Us

Get in touch with the Trust

Registered Office

  • Address

    At + P.O.: Contai, Dist.: Purba Medinipur,
    West Bengal, Pin – 721401


    Project Site:

    Village: Brahmansasan PO: Uttar Darua, PS: Contai
    District: Purba Medinipur,West Bengal-721401

  • Phone

    +91 9732584377 (Chairman)
    +91 9732503746 (Vice-Chairman)

  • Email

    deshapranwelfaretrust@gmail.com

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