By OUR STAFF REPORTER
Dehradun, 10 Nov: Cheshire Homes India, Dehradun, founded by Group Captain Lord Cheshire for service to the disabled persons, celebrated their 68th Annual Founder’s Day at 16, Pritam Road, here, today. The event witnessed a gathering of esteemed town members and donors.
Dilip Jawalkar, Secretary, Finance, Government of Uttarakhand, was the Chief Guest. Dr VP Pathak, Chairman of Cheshire Home, extended a warm welcome to all the guests and donors, providing a glimpse of the Home’s history and Lord Cheshire’s legacy. He emphasised the Home’s mission of providing a caring and cheerful environment for specially-abled residents.
The Chief Guest was given a guided tour of the various wings of the Home where the residents live. He interacted with the residents, who warmly greeted him with smiles. He expressed his appreciation for the care provided to the children and the impeccable maintenance of the Home’s facilities.
The programme commenced with a Bhajan. Specially-abled children of Cheshire Home and Sharp Memorial School for the Blind and the students of Doon International School, Welham Girl’s School and Summer Valley School showcased a mesmerising colourful classical dance making it a truly memorable evening. The event was anchored by Dr Rakesh Kala.
Pradeep Srivastava, Honorary Secretary of Cheshire Home, concluded the evening with a vote of thanks to all and informed the guests that Cheshire Home is opening a Hospice Centre for service to the terminally ill cancer patients.
