IIFL Foundation, the CSR arm of diversified financial services conglomerate IIFL Group and Bhaktivedanta Hospital & Research Institute have successfully completed the 'Pandharpur Medical Camp 2024' providing comprehensive healthcare services to the Warkari community in Pandharpur during Ashadhi Ekadashi. Over the years, the collaboration has been able to serve more than 837874 warkaris. The word ‘warkari’ is a Marathi term that means "one who performs the wari" or "pilgrim". It refers to a religious movement within Hinduism's bhakti spiritual tradition. Warkaris are devotees of Vitthal, also known as Vithoba.
The camp has been held annually since 2007, providing all-body health checkups and outpatient services to attendees. Immediate care and follow-up treatments are ensured as required. More than 300 volunteers, including doctors and para-medical staff from BhaktiVedanta Hospital, participated in this selfless service. Specifically designed for Warkari pilgrims, around 20 lakh people who are part of the nearly three-week-long annual pilgrimage or Wari make the strenuous journey on foot during the Pandharpur Wari. The camp also ensures they are well-fed with nutritious meals and refreshments, enhancing their overall well-being throughout the pilgrimage.
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Posted on : 26 Jul 2024 5:01 PM
