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The Virar centre is a rural project of CORP. The area is populated by tribals, most of whom are illiterate. Their main occupation is agriculture and brick making. There are no proper schools and hospitals; so, naturally, with education and health facilities lacking, the people are uneducated and easily fall prey to ill health. Regular activities: Activities include the balwadi for children, health programmes and community awareness programmes and the mahila mandai. Sports:ln January, a sports event was conducted for the balwadi children, school-going children and women. Prizes were given to the winners. Medical camp:On the 5th March, a medical camp was organized with the help of the Municipality. Five hundred and thirty people were examined. Nutrition day: On the eve of Nutrition week, nutrition day was observed (26th September). Children of the balwadi celebrated it as a "vegetable" day; they brought from their homes different vegetables. A cooking competition was organized for the women the preparation of a nutritious diet at a low cost. Prizes were given to the winners. Diwali celebration: The Centre celebrated Diwali in October. Children were given snacks made at the centre. They played with firecrackers and wore new clothes. Eye awareness: On the 28th November, an eye awareness programme was conducted in the community. Emphasis was laid on the much prevalent problem, cataract. Precautionary methods, detection procedures and treatment were suggested. Community awareness: On the 25th November, an awareness programme on diabetes and asthma was conducted in the community, as this is a common problem in that area. Christmas: Children at the centre celebrated Christmas by taking part in cultural programmes. A party was held and gifts given. |
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