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Pathways To Light

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Official autobigraphy of Ramon Magsaysay Awardee Dr. Prakash Amte. Amte and his wife, Dr. Manda were instrumental in establishing Lokbiradari Project in Hemalkasa in Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. Dr. Prakash Amte says, 'When we began work in the vicinity of Hemalkasa in 1973, the local Madia Gond tribe was in the clutches of hunger , disease and superstition. But step, as we want to on building the edifice of our work, their lives got transformed. Now advanced medical services are available here. After getting their education in the local school, the move out to be employed in the world outside. Agriculture has now found its roots here. Hemalksa is thus traversing from darkness to light.'

 

He adds, "Watching us working at Hemalkasa in such adverse conditions, the two of us as Rama and Sita exiled in the woods. I however say, Sita was at least tempted by the golden hide of the deer but Manda never felt any saying a word, she continued to work with conviction all through her life."

 

About The Author

Dr. Prakash Amte After the tremendous success of the authentic autobiography of the Ramon Magsaysay award winner Dr. Prakash Amte in Marathi language, we bring you this bestseller book in English. Dr. Prakash Amte and Dr. Manda Amte, the son and daughter-in-law of Baba Amte, have upheld his legacy of community welfare and have faced immense challenges for the upliftment of tribals. They have worked hard to give the tribals medical facilities and educational opportunities. This is the story of sturdy determination to overcome the harsh obstacles of nature and lifestyles of the Adivasis and the work done by this couple for their development. The book is available in Marathi by the name 'Prakashwata' by Samakaleen Prakashan.