The Rationale
In these days of sick hurry and divided aims, life is not a Cakewalk, a bed of roses for anyone. Yet a sizeable section of our species, including us, have been compensated with blessings galore-good health, material prosperity, recreational facilities, intellectual pursuits, social life and all. Our Heavenly Creator wants us to thank Him for all these blessings not through mere lip s
ervice, but through love and compassion for our less privileged brethren. Ardra
Etymologically derived from the Sanskrit word Ardra-Ardram in Malayalam, the name means compassion, fellow-feeling or sorrow for the sufferings of another. Ardra strives to help the poor and needy by providing primary necessities, education, medical care, job-training, marriage
assistance, employment etc. This charitable society derives its inspiration from our Lord whose compassion towards suffering humanity was boundless. The One who loved us with an everlasting love has often called upon us to translate our love and pity into deeds, into meaningful gestures. The Society
Formed in 2001, Ardra is under the direct patronage of H.H. Baselios Marthoma Paulose II, Catholicos of the East and Malankara Metropolitan. Ardra is a non-profit Charitable organisation operating throughout India. The Aim
Ardra aims to work for the educational, social, cultural, spiritual and economic advancement of the marginalised people of India irrespective of caste, creed or community. Contributions
All contributions made to Ardra will be eligible for exemption under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. Ardra is recognised as a registered entity with the Office of the Registrar of Companies, Ministry of Corporate Affairs under the Government of India, for undertaking CSR activities.
