Many events such as National Safe Motherhood Day (11 April), International Day for Street Children (16 April), World Earth Day (22 April), Mother’s Day (10 May), Menstrual Hygiene Day (28 May) and World Environment Day (5th June) were observed in most of our units, with many women and children taking active part.

I am very pleased to announce that I will hand over my post as Secretary of CINI to Dr Indrani Bhattacharyya the CEO w.e.f 1st July. I will continue to provide her all support as Founder of this great organisation, serving children and women for the past 52 years. I am grateful to all our colleagues from whom I have learnt, which made my life fulfilled and interesting. Thank you for your support.

Dr Samir Chaudhuri
Founder & Secretary

Over nearly a decade of leading CINI’s drowning prevention journey, I have learned that lasting change begins by recognising the potential that already exists within communities. I first met Manju in a cyclone relief camp, where her determination and leadership stood out amid frustration and hardship. Rather than seeing conflict, I saw a community leader waiting to be nurtured.

For 52 years, CINI has worked alongside communities to recognise potential, nurture local leadership and empower ordinary people to become catalysts for change. Manju’s journey is one such story. Having lost her nephew to drowning, she later received rescue and CPR training through CINI’s programme. When a fellow passenger suffered a cardiac arrest on a crowded train, Manju stepped forward and applied those lifesaving skills until the woman showed signs of life.

For me, Manju represents the true measure of community empowerment: ordinary people discovering their extraordinary ability to save lives.

It was an enriching learning opportunity for the youth helping them understand the alarming challenges of the biodiversity ecosystem and inspire them to develop greater environmental responsibility and empathy towards protecting the biosphere for a sustainable future.

CINI Adolescent Resource Centre (ARC) successfully conducted a two-day Peer Leader Capacity Building Programme with the Peer Leaders of CINI Ujjan and CINI Arogya World Programme. The training focused on the newly revised Rahtriya Kishore Shyasthya Karyakram (RKSK) modules covering 10 important thematic areas for adolescent health and wellbeing.

The sessions created a vibrant space for participation, reflection, and peer learning, empowering adolescents to become informed, confident, and responsible change-makers within their communities

Jharkhand: The day was observed at the Inclusive Learning Centre (ILC) under the Gender Programme. Children and adolescents participated in a plantation drive and community cleanliness campaign, raising awareness about environmental conservation and the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment.

Odisha: CINI, in collaboration with Reliance HSE – Sustainability Team and Reliance Retail Bhubaneswar, commemorated World Environment Day at the Reliance Mall premises in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on June 10, 2026. The “Young Changemakers” from the slums of Bhubaneswar raised awareness among the audience regarding the impacts of environmental degradation and climate change on children and young people, while also offering Green Solutions through various activities.

Kolkata: In collaboration with the Wipro Foundation, a Nature and Photo Walk for community youth was organized at the East Kolkata Wetlands – a Ramsar-designated Wetland of International Importance, often referred to as the “kidney and lungs of Kolkata”.

South 24 Parganas: The programme in other areas of the district was organized in collaboration with the Block Administration, Health Department, Education Department, and ICDS Department across Kulpi, Sagar, and Gosaba Blocks, 37 Girls’ Learning Centres under Diamond Harbour I, Diamond Harbour II, Falta, Bishnupur I, and Bishnupur II blocks.

Head Office: A handholding training program was organised at CINI Head Office (Pailan) campus regarding the organic farming at household level under IICCHAA project (Indian Initiative of Child Centric HIV/AIDS Approach) on June 9th, 2026.

Murshidabad- Rallies, drawing competitions, awareness sessions and environmental pledges were organized to encourage sustainable practices among young people. Participation spanned across 2,150 children, adolescents and duty bearers.

South 24 Parganas- The day was observed across Sub-Centres in Kulpi, Sagar, and Gosaba, along with 37 Girls’ Learning Centres, engaging 473 participants in collaboration with the Health Department.

Uttar Dinajpur- The observance included tree plantation, seed ball distribution, environmental awareness sessions, drawing competitions, and a thought-provoking adolescent drama titled “Plant Trees, Save Lives”.

Teenline conducted an awareness session at Namchi Girls’ Senior Secondary School, Sikkim, and also at Purulia of West Bengal covering the menstrual cycle and addressing common myths and misconceptions. Teenline also organized an online Poster Competition on the theme “Periods and Health”, engaging around 120 students from Classes VI to VIII representing nearly 34 schools of North 24 Parganas.

Adolescent Health Day cum Objective Measurement Initiative

Objective measurements were conducted during Adolescent Health Day programmes for 1,641 students across 21 schools in Howrah district. The assessments included measurements of height, weight, waist circumference, hip circumference and blood pressure (BP).

Through rallies, poster-making, discussions and the “Wear Your Pledge Jersey” activity, children reinforced the message of “Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults” and pledged to protect child rights and promote education for all.

Under the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” the celebrations included yoga demonstrations, breathing exercises, and awareness sessions promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, stress management and healthy lifestyle practices, encouraging communities to embrace yoga for holistic health and wellness.

CINI’s Senior Management formally accepted and signed the manifesto, reaffirming the organisation’s commitment to child participation in planning and decision-making. The celebration recognised children as partners in development and strengthened their confidence, leadership, and collective voice for meaningful social change.

Employees of Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company Ltd. visited CINI’s Boys’ Child Care Institution (CCI) on 6 June 2026 as part of an employee engagement programme and spent time with the children and donated sports equipment, educational materials, art supplies, and other essential learning resources, supporting the children’s learning and development.

Students of St. Xavier’s School, Park Street, donated potatoes for the children of our CCIs on 23rd June 2026.

Employees of Tax Connect Advisory Services LLP visited our Boys’ Child Care Institute (CCI) and sponsored a vegetable meal for both of our CCIs and provided stationery items for all the children 16th June 2026.

The consultation brought together organisations and practitioners from across the North-East Zone to share experiences, challenges, and practical interventions on Family Strengthening, Alternative Care, Gatekeeping and De-initialisation.
CINI shared its work through The CINI Method, showing how engaging families, communities and systems helps reduce vulnerability and keep children within safe family environments

As part of the Parent Engagement Module under CINI RISE Project, street plays were successfully organized across 12 villages of Madhya Pradesh during the quarter, engaging over 700 parents and community stakeholders. The performances created a vibrant platform to raise awareness on the importance of education, gender equality, prevention of child marriage, social responsibility and adolescent well-being, while encouraging active community participation.

The pre – celebration of Mother’s Day was a heart-warming event. Students of Cyril Academy made beautiful handmade cards for their mothers during a special classroom activity. The children used colours, drawings, and heartfelt messages to express their love and gratitude. They were excited to take the cards home and surprise their mothers with their creative work. The activity helped students understand the importance of respecting and appreciating mothers for their love, care, and support.

CINI organized a two-day “Participatory Video and Content Creation Workshop” on 18–19 June 2026 at its Murshidabad Unit Office, Balarampur, bringing together 31 adolescents from different intervention blocks.

The workshop equipped young participants with practical skills in script writing, interviewing, mobile photography and videography, acting, editing, and responsible use of digital and social media platforms. Through hands-on group activities, the adolescents conceptualized, scripted, acted in, and produced short videos reflecting issues and stories from their own communities.

From Weakness to Confidence: A Journey Towards Better Health

An adolescent girl from Khajurdag village in Torpa Block of District Khunti, Jharkhand, studying in Class VIII, frequently suffered from dizziness, breathlessness, blurred vision, and extreme weakness. Her family considered these symptoms to be a normal part of growing up and did not seek medical care.

During a home visit in December 2025, Renu Devi, a CINI Community Mobilizer under the Rural Health and Nutrition Programme, recognized the signs of severe anaemia and facilitated a haemoglobin test, which revealed a critically low Hb level of 6.5 g/dL. Through counselling by CINI, along with the Anganwadi Worker and Sahiya, her family understood the seriousness of her condition. She was promptly referred to Torpa Referral Hospital, where she received appropriate treatment, iron supplementation, and nutrition counselling.
With regular follow-up, adherence to treatment, and improved dietary practices, her haemoglobin level increased to 11 gm/dL by April, 2026. Today, she is healthy, confident, and actively motivates other adolescent girls to seek timely health check-ups, demonstrating how early identification, community support, and coordinated action can transform lives.