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The widows’ support programme of 3 and 11 August 2026
Thirteen photographs in the trust’s records come from two days, 3 and 11 August 2026. They are among the most recent in the records.
Dates in this post are the dates in the file names of the photographs on the volunteers’ phones.
What the photographs show
A covered hall stands among palm trees. A banner with the trust’s name hangs behind a white table. Women stand in a long line, each holding a bag of provisions. Others sit on benches with trays of eggs on their laps. The banner is in Telugu and English.
Why groceries and eggs
A woman who has lost her husband often loses the main wage of the house. Rice, oil and pulses are used every day. Eggs give protein cheaply and are easy for children to eat.
What comes after the first bag
The trust’s women support and skill development programs describe the next steps: advice on papers and schemes, short courses in tailoring and embroidery, and links to work. The records do not yet show how many women joined these steps, and the trust does not claim a number.
How to refer a woman
- Give the trust her name or a landmark and the number of children.
- Say whether she knows you are contacting the trust.
- Expect a volunteer to visit; a woman volunteer goes first.
Read the widows support page. The trust number is 97036 30893 (call and PhonePe).