District Collector Dr BR Ambedkar underscored the tremendous value of selfless service during his visit to the Sri Gurudeva Charitable Trust in Mangalampalem, Kothavalasa Mandal, on Saturday. He commended the trust’s Founder, Jagdish Babu, for his unwavering dedication to helping those in need. “The work being done here is invaluable,” Dr Ambedkar stated. “Selfless service without any expectation of reward is what truly strengthens our community.”
During the visit, the Collector inspected the artificial organs manufacturing center, a 50-bed hospital, various departments of the hospital, and the under-construction cancer hospital. Jagdish Babu guided him through each section, explaining the services offered. Interacting with patients and individuals seeking artificial limbs, the Collector expressed his appreciation for the trust’s efforts. He later distributed artificial organs, hearing aids, and crutches to those in need.
“The Gurudeva Trust is a beacon of hope for the disabled and impoverished,” Dr Ambedkar noted. “For the past 27 years, Jagdish Babu has shown that exceptional contributions to society require a blend of humanity, patience, and perseverance.” Dr. Ambedkar likened community service to a significant yajna, praising those who persist despite obstacles. “Courage is essential in this line of work,” he emphasized. “The number of impoverished, disabled, and ill individuals seeking help from the trust is a testament to its credibility.”
In response, Jagdish Babu shared the trust’s achievements over the years. “We have provided artificial organs to approximately 250,000 people,” he revealed.
“We pride ourselves on manufacturing some of the most affordable and high-quality artificial organs in the world.” He expressed gratitude to the individuals and organizations that have supported the trust’s mission and announced plans for the district’s first 100-bed cancer hospital, set to open on December 20. “This cancer hospital is a long-awaited project for our community,” Babu stated. “We hope it will serve countless individuals in need of care.”
The event was also attended by Tahsildar T. Neelakantha Rao, MPDO S. Ramaniah, Chintalapalem Sarpanch Sitarampatradu, and hospital CEO Dr. Raghavendra Rao, all of whom expressed their support for the trust’s initiatives.
