ELFA International collaborates with NTT DATA to enhance maternity healthcare in Jammu and Kashmir, upgrades Hysteroscope Unit at Government Lalla Ded Hospital
Srinagar – August 28, 2024 – ELFA International donated a Hysteroscope Unit to Government Lalla Ded Hospital, Srinagar with financial support from NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, NTT DATA partnered with ELFA International to support its mission of addressing the healthcare needs of people in Jammu and Kashmir.
A hysteroscope is an essential instrument for performing minimally invasive procedures such as hysteroscopy. This procedure is crucial for diagnosing and treating intrauterine conditions, including abnormal bleeding, polyps, fibroids, and other uterine abnormalities. The availability of a hysteroscope will significantly enhance the hospital’s capability to provide high-quality care and improve patient outcomes.
The Hysteroscope Unit was handed over by the Chief Guest of the event Mr. Mohammad Ashraf Hakak (JKAS), Administrator GMC and associated hospital, in presence of, Prof (Dr) Syed Masuma Rizvi, Head of the Department, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, L. D. Hospital, Mr. Santosh Karamgattil, Sr. Director Finance NTT DATA, Dr Muzaffer Jan, Medical Superintendent L. D. Hospital, Prof Dr. Rizwana Habib, Ex. H. O. D. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, L. D. Hospital, Mr. Mir Iftikhar Ahmad, Sr. Vice-President, ELFA International, Mr. Nawab Mehran Khan, CEO, ELFA International and senior team member of ELFA International.
Mr. Mohammad Ashraf Hakak (JKAS) congratulated the entire team on their accomplishment and said, “I thank ELFA International and NTT DATA for the donation of Hysteroscope Unit to the Lalla Ded Hospital Srinagar, the entire Kashmir region will benefit from this service.” He added, “ELFA International has been doing a commendable job in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir.”
Gauri Bahulkar, Sr. Director of Global Corporate Social Responsibility at NTT DATA, emphasized the company’s dedication to addressing healthcare disparities. “Enhancing healthcare access and infrastructure in underserved states across India is important to us. Our support for the great work that ELFA International has undertaken in upgrading Lal Ded Hospital is a small step towards a healthier, more equitable future. We also hope that more CSR funding will reach states like Jammu and Kashmir, where the need to improve healthcare infrastructure is urgent,” she said.
“We are delighted to join hands with a global leader like NTT DATA in our mission to improve the healthcare facilities across Jammu and Kashmir,” Mr. Nawab Mehran Khan, CEO, ELFA International added. “Proper access to healthcare is integral to the dignity of the individual and this hysteroscope will be beneficial for 1000/s of patients
About ELFA International:
ELFA International is working to bring positive changes in the lives of youth, women, children and other vulnerable groups by promoting access to Quality Inclusive Education, Livelihood & Income Generating Opportunities, Social and Economic Dignity. Working alongside youth, women, children and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their Economic and Social Dignity and their fundamental rights. ELFA International is a not-for-profit organization with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as an independent association believing in partnering with like-minded people and organizations/donors that provide it with human and financial resources, manage its projects and implement its actions and social mission.