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2003: PRASAD España incorporated
PRASAD España is incorporated. Today, PRASAD España raises funds, mainly for PRASAD Chikitsa programs in India.
2003: Gurudev Siddha PeethNetra Chikitsa Eye Hospital inaugurated
Gurudev Siddha PeethNetra Chikitsa Eye Hospital inaugurated to provide eye surgeries and treatment to thousands of patients each year.
2002: Midwife Training Program begins
PRASAD Chikitsa conducts its first training program for midwives –– known as ‘dais’ –– in the Tansa Valley.
2002: PRASAD Australia incorporated
PRASAD Australia is incorporated in order to raise funds for PRASAD programs in India.
2002: Maternal and Child Health Program launched
The Maternal and Child Health Program was created to help pregnant women have healthy pregnancies, safe deliveries and learn important information about childcare.
2001: PRASAD Italia incorporated
PRASAD Italia (2001-2006) was incorporated to raise funds for PRASAD programs in India
2001: First Self-help groups
PRASAD Chikitsa initiated the creation of the first self-help groups in the Tansa Valley. These groups empower women to unite together as a group to gain knowledge and skills to
2000: CA Children’s Dental Health Program launched
The CA Children’s Dental Health Program is launched in the Alum Rock School District in San Jose, California, where it served the community through 2004.
2000: Netraprakash Eye Clinic opens in Akloli
The Netraprakash Eye Clinic opens in the village of Akloli, in Maharashtra. In 2001, the clinic begins sponsoring small-scale eye camps several times a year. The clinic treats approximately 100
1999: The PRASAD Project website launched
The PRASAD Project launched its first website to increase visibility and the ability to share information with supporters!
1999: Classrooms for girls built in Vajeshwari
Classrooms for girls built in Vajeshwari to educate girls from economically disadvantaged families.
1998: Kalakendra Arts and Crafts Program begins
The Kalakendra Arts and Crafts Program is introduced to preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Tansa Valley, while also providing opportunities for self-expression and increasing employment options.

