65th Republic Day celebrations at Tharuni Gurukul on 26th January 2014

Tharuni Gurukul and Branch Library, Nagarjuna colony ,Champapet,Hyderabad, jointly celebrated the 65th Republic Day in the Library premises.The Indian National Flag was hoisted by the President of Nagarjuna Colony Welfare Association ,Karunakar Reddy. School Children from different schools, youth, Readers, People in the vicinity participated the ceremony.Children sang patriotic songs.Youth and Readers spoke about the historical importance of the  Republic Day and the change they want in the present political scenario.Refreshments were distributed at the end of the event.Dr. Hemalatha, Gurukul Coordinator stated about the Tharuni's campaign to save the Girl Child.and also thanked the participants in the event. 

Tharuni 'No Girl-No World' Campaign-Bikethon by Bikernis and Wanderers at Hyderabad-on 26th January 2014

Tharuni on the occasion of National Girl Child Day on 24th ,organized a Bike Rally on 26th January 2014,to save the Girl child, in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. The Bikernis of Hyderabad, an all women Bike Riding Club and 'Wanderers-Bulleteers'participated enthusiastically for the social cause. More than seventy five Bike Riders started the' Bikethon' from the James Street Railway Station, Secunderabad, carrying dark  pink Flags, and Scarfs around their  necks, were  led by Tharuni Director Dr. Mamatha Raghuveer and her Team , reached Tharuni Office, at Nagarjuna colony, Champapet, Sagar Road in three hours.They could sensitize the People and vibrate the areas with their Bikes and colourful attire and slogans and placards, to save the Girl child from womb to tomb.They raised the slogan 'No girl- No world'
Dr. Mamatha, Tharuni Director, while quoting the 2011 census, pointed out that there is 18 percent decline of girl child sex ratio in the State of Andhra Pradesh. She reiterated that there is every chance of sociological imbalances leading to more atrocities and abuse against women. She requested every person in the society to work for this noble cause of protecting the girl child .and say 'no' to sex determination tests. She expressed her gratitude to the Bikers both Men and Women having spared their valuable time and energy for participating in this memorable event.She also thanked the Media Channels, both Press and T.V., for the wide coverage they have given for the event.

A.P.State Women Commission's 'Women's Safety Fortnight' from 25th Nov. to 10th December 2013-Tharuni's collaborationon 27th

Andhra Pradesh State women's Commission inaugurated 'International Day to stop violence against women from 25th November at Indira Priya Darshini Hall, Nampalli, Hyderabad from 10 A.M.to 2 P.M. Many reputed Non Governmental Organisations are taking part in the Events till 10th December. in this 'Women's safety fortnight.' initiated by U.N.It will be concluded on 'International Human Rights Day'.

Tharuni and 'ASMITA' collaborated with the Commission on 27th November to highlight the issue on Child Marriages Act 2006  and Compulsory Registration of Marriages Act of 2002.Video films were displayed on the issue. Smt anuradha, I.P.S and Smt Neelam Sahani I.A.S. and Smt Tripurana Venkatratnam Chair Person of the Commission spoke on the social evil of Child marriages, and the importance of registration of marriages.
Tharuni displayed 'Mulla Bandham' short film and Puppet show video.Dr. Mamatha spoke on the importance of prohibiting Child marriages which hinder the progress of the Country at large.
Tharuni coordinators Ailesh and Bhagya Lakshmi distributed the Acts in Telugu to all the participants.

Marathon 10-k Run at Hyderabad on 24th November 2013-Tharuni Team participation

Tharuni Executive Director Dr.Mamatha along with her team of 40 members participated actively in the Marathon 10-K Run on the People's Plaza Necklace Road on 24th November, The 11th Edition of the Hyderabad 10 K Run  meant for 'Run for a Cause". This year Marathon hopes to raise substantial funds for the relief and rehabilitation of those affected by cyclone 'Phailin" in Odissa and Andhra Pradesh. United Way of Hyderabad is a major Charity Partner of the Hyd.10 K Run.
Tharuni Team projected  the importance of  'Save the Girl Child"by wearing T-shirts and holding banners as 'No Girl -No World". Nearly 10,000 people participated in the Event,inaugurated by the Police Commissioner of Hyderabad.

C.W.C and Tharuni --'Bala Rakshak Awards-2013' at Warangal on 23rd November.

Child Welfare Committee ,Warangal, in collaboration with Tharuni, presented Awards of Appreciation on the occasion of Child Rights week from 14th  to20th November, with salutations  to the"Bala Rakshaks" for rendering outstanding services in Child Protection during this Year.

1) Mr B. Venkateshwarlu, C.I., Parkal - For giving service to Juveniles under Special Juvenile Unit

2) Mr Mallesham, S.I., Chennaraopet - For stopping 3 child marriages in one month

3) Dr Balaram, Head, Pediatrics, Neonatal Ward, MGM Hospital - For caring abandoned babies admitted in MGM hospital

4) Mr Krishna Mohan, Reporter, CVR Channel - For reintegrating 36 missing children with parents through a special program on CVR

5) Smt Padmasree, Counselor, Children Home for Boys - For raising funds for Vocational training to boys in the home

6) Mr Jayadhar, Data Entry Operator, CWC, Wgl - For helping in preparation of 8.5 Lakhs worth NSC Bonds for 109 child labourers

7) Smt Srimanjani, CDPO, Wardhannapet - For taking up a case against a doctor for selling a baby in Waradhannapet

8) Smt Padmalatha, Social Worker, ICPS, Wgl - For rendering committed services in rescuing children

9) Mr Vijay, Volunteer, Child Help Line - For rendering committed services in rehabilitating rescued children

10) Mr Sudershan, Mobile Van Volunteer - Child Line - For rescuing and tracking maximum number of children

11) Mrs K. Sulochana, AWW, Mahabubabad, Wgl - For rescuing 6 abandoned babies

12) Mrs G. Upendra, Aya, Anganwadi center, Mahabubabad, Wgl - For identifying and rescuing 6 girl babies who were about to be killed by their parents

13) Ms Rama Devi, Police Constable, Govt Railway Police - For rescuing missing children from Railway platform

We have facilitated Dr Kantha Rao, DIG, Wgl & Mr Venkateshwarlu, SP, Wgl (Urban) - For the support they have given for child related issues in the district.