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3rd Anniversary with the Delhi Government

The image captures a significant moment at the Delhi Secretariat, marking the 3rd Anniversary of the CURE Clubfoot Program in New Delhi in 2012. At the center of the gathering is Smt. Sheila Dikshit, the then Chief Minister of Delhi, dressed in a dignified purple saree. She stands attentively as she interacts with a family affected by clubfoot.

A young mother, dressed in casual attire, holds her baby in her arms. The infant, dressed in a soft pink outfit, gazes curiously towards the camera, unaware of the importance of the moment. The baby has been born with clubfoot, and the gathering is part of an effort to highlight the condition and the treatment available.

To Sheila Dikshit’s side stands Shri Anshu Prakash, the Health Secretary of Delhi, dressed in a white shirt. His expression is one of quiet observation as he listens to Dr. Santosh G, a medical professional who is actively explaining clubfoot treatment. Dr. Santosh, wearing a white shirt and a blue lanyard, leans slightly forward as he gestures towards the baby’s foot, likely describing the Ponseti method, a non-surgical approach to correcting clubfoot.

Surrounding them are several onlookers, some in traditional Indian clothing and others in professional attire, all engaged in the discussion. The room has a formal but welcoming atmosphere, emphasizing the collaborative efforts of the government and medical professionals in addressing clubfoot treatment.

At the bottom of the image, key metrics from the year 2009 highlight the progress of the CURE Clubfoot Program in Delhi:

  • 1,617 children enrolled for treatment.

  • 7 clinics established across the city.

  • 5 districts covered, ensuring accessibility to care.

  • 90 doctors trained in the Ponseti method.

  • 1 medical training session held, furthering expertise in clubfoot management.

The image represents a powerful moment of advocacy, medical progress, and government commitment towards ensuring that children born with clubfoot receive the treatment they need for a better future.

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