Driven by empathy and determination, Rahul Banerjee has built a 13,000-strong network of volunteers working tirelessly for rural upliftment and women’s empowerment.
By Special Correspondent | Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh | October 2025
A quiet revolution is underway in India’s heartland. What began as a small initiative in Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh, has grown into a multi-state movement, reshaping rural lives across seven states. Leading this transformation is Rahul Banerjee, Founder of Pehel Health Association (NGO).
Founded on 26th October 2022, Pehel Health Association — “Pehel” meaning initiative — embodies the idea that meaningful change begins with a single step. Today, the NGO is actively working across MP, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha, focusing on medical health awareness, education, women empowerment, and livelihood development.
🩺 Health: Making Care Accessible
Rahul Banerjee believes healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Through health awareness campaigns, medical check-up camps, and preventive health education, Pehel Health Association has reached thousands of rural families, turning distant healthcare into a local reality.
From hygiene and nutrition drives to spreading knowledge about common illnesses, the NGO empowers communities to take charge of their well-being, one village at a time.
📖 Education: Igniting the Spark of Learning
Education is the foundation for lasting change. Pehel Health Association supports school infrastructure, educational resources, and adult literacy programs, ensuring that children and parents alike embrace the value of learning.
By rekindling interest in education at the household level, the NGO is building a culture where knowledge becomes the engine of social progress.
💪 Women’s Empowerment: Strengthening Communities
“When a woman rises, the entire society rises with her.”
— Rahul Banerjee
Under this guiding philosophy, Pehel Health Association has established skill development centers, sewing and handicraft training hubs, and robust self-help groups (SHGs). These initiatives provide women with income opportunities, social respect, and the confidence to actively contribute to their families and communities.
🌱 A Grounded, Community-Centric Approach
What sets Pehel apart is its hyper-local model. Every program starts with listening to communities, understanding local needs, and tailoring solutions that are practical and sustainable.
“We must water the roots of society; only then can true, lasting change blossom,”
— Rahul Banerjee
This approach ensures that every initiative is rooted in reality, not imposed from outside.
📊 Pehel Health Association – At a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pehel Health Association (NGO) |
| Founder | Rahul Banerjee |
| Start Date | 26th October 2022 |
| Focus Areas | Medical Health Awareness, Education, Women Empowerment, Livelihood Development |
| Reach | MP, Chhattisgarh, UP, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha |
| Volunteers | 13,000+ |
| Address | A308, LKG Mall, Itarsi, MP – 461111 |
| Website | https://pehelhealth.org/ |
🌟 Leading by Example
Rahul Banerjee’s dedication exemplifies the essence of social service: impactful, persistent, and grounded in reality. From a small town initiative to a seven-state movement, Pehel Health Association is a beacon of hope for millions, proving that true change begins with a single, determined step.
Which initiative of Pehel Health Association — Health, Education, Women Empowerment, or Livelihood Development — do you think will have the most long-term impact on rural India?
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