• Name of the Activity

  Educational & Social Outreach Visit to Chetna Sanstha, Bilaspur (HP)

• Organizing Department

  Shiva Institute of Pharmacy – D. Pharmacy

• Date of Activity

  17-02-2026

• Venue

  Chetna Sanstha, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh

• Activity Category

  Extension Activity / Social Outreach Program

• Objective of the Activity

  • To sensitize students towards inclusive healthcare practices
  • To create awareness about intellectual disabilities and special education needs.
  • To promote empathy, compassion, and social responsibility among pharmacy students.
  • To provide experiential learning beyond classroom teaching.

• About the Organization Visited

  Chetna Sanstha is a dedicated institution working for children with special needs and intellectual disabilities. The organization provides comprehensive services including special education, physiotherapy, vocational training, and medical health camps aimed at empowering children to lead independent and confident lives.

• Description of the Activity

  Students of D. Pharmacy visited Chetna Sanstha as part of the institute’s extension and outreach initiative. During the visit, students interacted with children and staff members, observed various therapy sessions, and learned about individualized teaching methodologies used for special children.
  The visit provided practical exposure to community-based healthcare support systems. Students gained insight into multidisciplinary care approaches and understood the importance of compassion and patience in healthcare delivery.

• Learning Outcomes

  • Enhanced understanding of intellectual disabilities and rehabilitation practices.
  • Development of empathy and patient-Centred care perspective.
  • Awareness of community healthcare services and social support systems
  • Strengthened ethical and professional values among students.

• Number of Participants

  Students: 23
  Faculty Members: 01
  Non-Teaching Staff: 01

• Faculty Coordinator

  Mrs. Manish Dhiman

• Outcome/Impact

  The activity significantly contributed to students’ holistic development by integrating social responsibility with professional education. It reinforced the concept that healthcare extends beyond medicines and involves compassion, understanding, and community engagement.

Outcome/Impact

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Chetna Sanstha Visit

2026

Activities undertaken under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav