Media Release

Mangaluru, Apr 1: Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, organized an Artificial Limb Distribution Camp at the Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Hall.

A total of 36 beneficiaries were provided with customized artificial limbs manufactured by FIT WELL. The beneficiaries were identified in coordination with the department for the Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens, ensuring support reached those in need.

The camp was conducted in the presence of Jayalakshmi, deputy secretary, Zilla Panchayat; Manish Nayak, officer, department for the Empowerment of Differently Abled; Prashanth Baliga, chief general manager (Administration), MRPL; Keshav Patali of MRPL and Kishore, proprietor, FIT WELL; who collectively distributed the assistive devices to the beneficiaries.

Speaking on the occasion Prashanth Baliga highlighted MRPL’s continued commitment to community development through sustained CSR interventions, emphasizing that such initiatives play a vital role in empowering beneficiaries towards a self-reliant and dignified life.

Jayalakshmi Rayakode commended MRPL for its consistent efforts in discharging social responsibility and contributing meaningfully to societal welfare.

The assistive devices distributed included:

Below Knee Prosthesis Silicone Socket with Single Axis Foot – 33 nos.
Above Knee Silicone Liner with Ranger Foot – 6 nos.
Above Elbow Hand – 2 nos.
Bilateral Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis – 1 no.

The programme was coordinated by MRPL’s CSR team.