At 80 years old, Kandasami still remembers when his laughter echoed across the fields. He was once known in his village for his strength, kindness, and devotion to his family. Farming wasn’t just his livelihood—it was part of who he was. But at 40, strange symptoms...
When Doraiswami was just 18, life changed forever. Diagnosed with leprosy in his small village near Coimbatore, he wasn’t met with care or compassion—he was met with fear. Friends drifted away. Family kept their distance. In an instant, his world fell silent. As the...
For most people, a pair of shoes is just a daily necessity. But for Velu, they became the key to walking without pain—and to reclaiming his dignity. Velu, now 70 years old, was diagnosed with leprosy at 35. For years, he worked in a small provision shop to support his...