– Genesis: Early 1989, Dr. Mrs. Raj Jit Paul began the activities of this trust with four elderly people. They all needed shelter and care and were invited by Dr. Paul to live in her residence.
– First Premises of the Trust: Dr. Paul was devoted to the cause of care for the lonesome old. The word spread; more inmates joined. Six flats were allotted to the trust by the Noida authorities on rent. By then, Jan Kalyan Trust was recognized and registered as a charitable trust. The new premises were inaugurated by Mrs. Mohini Giri on November 8, 1989.
– First Major Fundraising: On 14th February 1993, a spring fair, Vasant Mela was organized in cooperation, Noida Degree College. By this time, Dr. Paul’s efforts had been strengthened by coworkers and volunteers alike. Gradually donations began trickling in.
– Permanent Home: The trust was allotted 3300 sq metres of land at C-5, Sector 55 (the current location) by the chairman, Mr. Himendra Kumar and Vice Chairman of Noida, Mr. Rakesh Sharma.
– Bhumi Pujan: The ceremony for commencing construction was performed b y the chairman of Noida, Mr. Himendra Kumar on 4th April, 1993.
– Foundation Stone: The foundation for Anand Niketan Vridh Seva Ashram was laid by the illustrious Ms. Nirmala Deshpande on 11th Jully 1993.
– Construction of the First Wing – inauguated on 10th December 1994 by the Union Minister of Social Welfare, Mr. Sitaram Kesri.
– July 2nd 1997, the trust suffered an irreparable loss with the demise of Dr. Mrs. Raj Jit Paul The trustees resolved to carry on the welfare work and elected Mr. B.R. Arora as the Managing Trustee.
Anand Niketan Vridh Seva Ashram continues the saga of growth. At present there are 80 inmates, who are provided with food, accommodation, entertainment and medical facilities. Our endeavor is to provide every facility to the elderly to enable them to live a comfortable and dignified life in a homely environment. The trustee and volunteers are committed and caring individuals. They provide their services free. Most of the employees stat with the organization because they are proud to serve it. The public has also donated generously and has made available many facilities for the welfare of the aged. We extend our gratitude to all for their help. Today, let us all resolveto serve the poorest of the poor, aged and the needy.
