About Us

On 29 June 2000 the organization 'Maa Madhuri Brij Varis Sewa Sadan, Apna Ghar' was established at village Bajhera, District Bharatpur of Rajasthan (India), only 40 k.m away from world-famous Taj Mahal Agra by Dr. B.M.Bhardwaj and Dr. Madhuri Bhardwaj. To serve the homeless helpless destitute sick persons who are facing a very painful phase of life, the Organization established 'Apna Ghar.' Ashram (Residential home for destitute), where all necessities like treatment, food, clothing, care and other requirements are provided without any charges and with public support.

Along with their helpmates, Dr. Bhardwaj couple is continuing their mission to give homage, hope and happiness to homeless, destitute, oppressed, helpless, abandoned, mentally and physically sick, injured, infected, old aged and dying condition persons. These persons are generally found on the railway stations, bus stands, religious and other public places in very unhygienic, critically diseased and painful condition. Nobody comes forward to help or even to touch them. So due to lack of food, medicine, and care, their condition becomes more and more critical and even they generally go towards lingering and painful death. All of our efforts are to reduce their pain, save their lives and give them a homely environment with food, shelter, and medical treatment without any charges. After recovery, the Organization rehabilitates them in various ways so that they can live with respect and dignity and also they can stand themselves in the mainstream of society.

There are 69 Apna Ghar Ashrams running presently in 12 States of India and one in Kathmandu Nepal. In these Ashrams, more than 16000 such types of Prabhuji (Residents) are residing and being served by the Organisation.

The Organisation is working for the homeless, helpless, hopeless, destitute persons generally found in very harsh and painful conditions on roadsides, railway stations, bus stands, religious and other public places. Having been neglected by society, without food, water, and clothing, they generally go towards lingering death. Without proper treatment and wound care, they are frequently found infested with maggots. The Organisation runs residential homes by the name 'ApnaGhar Ashram', where all necessities like treatment, food, clothing, care and other requirements are provided without any charges and with public support.

There are 69 such ApnaGhar Ashrams at present within 12 states of India, including one in Kathmandu, Nepal. In all these Ashrams 16231 (Male 10688 + Female 5543) Prabhujis (Residents) are residing at present and being served by the organization in which 6710 (Male 3251 + Female 3459) are residing at ApnaGhar Ashram Bharatpur (The Headquarter of the Organisation). The Prabhujis (Residents) are suffering from conditions such as mental illness, intellectual disabilities, HIV+, visual loss, deafness, fractures, leprosy, TB, Asthma, and epilepsy old age. There are no age limits for our residents, and we have both children and the elderly. We also provide shelter, nutrition, and medical care for more than 250 sick and injured cows, dogs, cats, monkeys, donkeys, horses, nilgai, peacock, parrots and other birds at our Bharatpur Ashram.

The Resident living in ApnaGhar Ashrams are referred to as 'Prabhuji (Form of God)' Our Prabhujis (Residents) are generally those individuals who have been abandoned, due to the degradation of moral values in society. The services offered by our Ashrams, and the organization, attempt to re-establish the moral values of caring for the downtrodden and the most vulnerable individuals in our society. Many visitors who have come to our Ashrams have left feeling inspired, especially by the work of our staff and volunteers.

The Organisation provides opportunities for the public to GET ASSOCIATED not only by financial contributions but also in the form of voluntary service for our residents, helping in the day to day to running of the Ashrams and providing administrative support. The Organisation operates in a very transparent manner and visitors are struck by the conviction and dedication of the staff who are offering services at ApnaGhar Ashrams. The organization has opened up its doors to all those individuals who wish to offer something back to society, in the form of selfless service.

The helpless or destitute persons who are the focus of our work, are unable to make their own way to the Ashrams. We have dedicated ambulances, paramedics, and special rescue teams who work closely also with the police and other government organizations. At Bharatpur Ashram our rescue team covers an area up to the threshold of 400 km and in our other Ashrams, the rescue team covers an area of about 100 km from the Ashram base. Our Ashrams will accept referrals for Prabhuji's anywhere in India, who are found in a critical condition or in exceptional circumstances. Following the admission of Prabhujis to our Ashramas, and after they have received the necessities of life and appropriate treatment for their ailments, attempts are made towards rehabilitation with their families, with the help of administration and police. The organization has set up Apna Ghar Sewa Samitis and helplines, within different geographical locations in the country, where Prabhujis can be picked up and brought to the nearest Apna Ghar Ashram. Presently 38 Samities and 57 ApnaGhar Helplines are running throughout India, by our Organisation.

Patient centered care is being provided on an individual basis to every Prabhu Ji and the animal shelter (JeevSewa) also run on the same principle. More than 1200 employed staff & more than 2000 volunteers are involved in the provision of services to the Prabhujis in all 69 Ashrams. 37 type of qualified and trained staff (Chief Administrative Officer, Administration Officer Finance & Implementation, Doctors, Physiotherapists, Nursing Staff, Lab Technician, Ward in charge, Supervisor, Caretaker, Multi-Purpose Worker, Cooks, Washermen, GateKeeper, Visit in-charge, Tailor, Gopalak, Veterinary Compounder, Gardener, Watchman, Building Supervisor, Computer Operator, Cashier, Accountant, Purchase clerk, Storekeeper, Office Assistant, Receptionist, Software Engineer, Teacher, Sweeper, General In-charge, Peon, Telephone Operator, Trainer, Counsellor) are all offering their services in the Ashrams.

Most of the Prabhuji (Residents) brought to the Ashram are suffering from different types of ailments. Hence medical/surgical treatment plays a significant part in the service we offer them. There is a team of doctors (Physician, Surgeon, Orthopaedic surgeon, Paediatrician, Psychiatrist, Physiotherapist, Eye Surgeon and Anaesthesia Doctor, Chest specialist, Psychologist, and Dental Surgeon) who are available to offer their services to our Bharatpur Ashram, as required on an urgent basis. For patients who are in a more critical condition, there is an arrangement with local hospitals where medical investigations and treatments (medical and surgical) are provided to our Prabhujis. If there are cases that require specialist input, then they are sent to Medical College for treatment. Similar arrangements exist at our other Ashramas, where treatments of common ailments are provided by the Ashram staff.

The organisation has a general managing committee and executive board at national level, the headquarters of which is at Bharatpur, Rajasthan. Each Ashram, Samiti and Helpline have a separate general managing committee and executive board which manage all affairs pertaining to the Ashrams' daily activities. They take their own decisions on how to run the Ashram. The Ashrams are monitored by Headquarter through SEWA PROMOTION TEAMS. These teams check the service activities of the Ashram as a whole and send their report relating to their observations, every month to the office bearers and executive team based at Bharatpur Ashram headquarters. If there are any serious issues regarding lapses in services reported by the SEWA PROMOTION TEAM, appropriate action is taken to rectify this.

The Prabhujis' living in the Ashrams belong to different religions and casts. Therefore, the facilities for worship as per their religion and customs are made available at every home in the Ashram known as "Sarve Dharm Prarthna Sthal". Recreation facilities such as TV, music system and different types of play equipment and instruments are available for the Prabhujis. Apart from that a SPIRITUAL PARK has been developed. It has a seating capacity of 1000 Prabhuji. The motive behind it is that each & every Prabhuji [Resident] can pray and worship as per their religion in a pleasant atmosphere.

The Prabhujis who are rescued require urgent attention to their personal care, therefore a rescue team consisting of (1 nursing staff + 1 caretaker + first aid treatment kit + Bathing washing and hygiene kit + emergency medicine kit + clothing) with an Ambulance is available at every Ashram to attend to every case. The information of these Prabhujis is generally received through members/volunteers of the organization, general public, police, administration, other NGOs, media, etc. There are 24X7 centralized helpline numbers 8599999911 / 22 working at the Bharatpur Ashram (HQ of the Organisation). The rescue team departs immediately when any information about any prabuji is received. The team provides first aid, food, personal hygiene and bathing, clothing, etc. as per the necessity and pick up the helpless Prabhuji from the spot, completing legal formalities from the concerning police station, following which, the Prabhuji is admitted to the Apna Ghar Ashram. They are taken to their allocated ward which has been identified as suitable for their needs, where they are provided with all facilities like bedding, medical treatment, food, clothing, personal care, and other necessities until they recover fully. During the period of the Prabhuji's stay, efforts are made so that the Prabhuji's family can be traced. Breakfast is served at 7.30 AM, lunch at 11.30 AM, refreshment 2.30 PM and dinner at 6.30 PM is made available to all Prabhujis.

During treatment, as per their health and mental status, these prabujis also participate in different service activities such as cooking, washing, care for each other, cleaning, office work, medical support, general assistance, security, education, counselling to other Prabhu Ji, etc. Our prime objective is not only to satisfy their hunger but to cater to their emotional and psychological needs. We continue to counsel the Prabhu Ji to locate their whereabouts and family connections, taking the help of local services such as the Police. Once the family of the Prabhu Ji is traced, they are respectfully handed over to the custody of their family by completing necessary legal and documentation formalities. Our process can be summarised as the 3 'R's i.e. Rescue – Rehabilitation – Reintegration.

Apna Ghar Ashram Bharatpur (Rajasthan), the headquarter of the Organisation, is one of the biggest institution (Ashram) of its category regarding capacity, number of Prabhu Ji (Resident), specification and specialties. More than 6710 Prabhu Ji are residing and taken care of in this Ashram at present. In this Ashram, not only the helpless human beings but also helpless accidental sick cows, other animals, and birds are being provided treatment, care, and shelter.

To provide immediate services to every needy helpless sick person and their immediate rescue from spot, there are 38 Apna Ghar Sewa Samities and 57 Helplines are presently working in various cities in India.

The object of the Organisation is to make these persons productive for their family and society, so after recovery, more than 38000+ such Prabhu Ji has been rehabilitated till date in 23 different states of India including Nepal and Bangladesh.

Apna Ghar Ashram Bharatpur (Rajasthan), the headquarter of the Organisation, is one of the biggest institution (Ashram) of its category regarding capacity, number of Prabhu Ji (Resident), specification and specialties. More than 6710 Prabhu Ji are residing and taken care of in this Ashram at present. In this Ashram, not only the helpless human beings but also helpless accidental sick cows, other animals, and birds are being provided treatment, care, and shelter.

To provide immediate services to every needy helpless sick person and their immediate rescue from spot, there are 38 Apna Ghar Sewa Samities and 57 Helplines are presently working in various cities in India.

The object of the Organisation is to make these persons productive for their family and society, so after recovery, more than 38000+ such Prabhu Ji has been rehabilitated till date in 23 different states of India including Nepal and Bangladesh.

To serve the living image of God by helping all those who are facing a hopeless and painful phase in life. The Organization is applying all efforts to save the lives of these persons with the blessing of almighty God. Apna Ghar provides a safe, secure, and homely environment with treatment, shelter, food, clothes and other necessity of life to these homeless helpless deprived sick persons.

Dr. B.M.Bhardwaj, studying in class 6 in village Sahroi in Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh district, saw the pathetic condition of 85-year-old Chiranji Baba in his village. This Baba used to feed cattle in the village. He used to take the animals of the villagers to graze and in return the villagers gave him clothes and food, but when Baba got injured no one came forward to take care and and for his treatment, which caused maggots in his wounds and Baba expired in that critical condition. This incident had a profound impact on the life of Dr. BM Bhardwaj and it inspired him to serve the persons like Chiranji baba so that no one should face this situation in life ever. In the meantime, he met Dr. Madhuri, who wanted to work for the service of destitute children herself. They both decided to get married with the aim of serving such people and further decided not to have their own child and established the organisation 'Maa Madhuri Brij Varis Sewa Sadan Apna Ghar' with their helpmates for this purpose on 29 June 2000 to serve the humanity.

S.No.	Name	Place	No. of Prabhuji
1	Apna Ghar Bharatpur	Rajasthan	6710
2	Apna Ghar Ajmer	Rajasthan	121
3	Apna Ghar Kota	Rajasthan	296
4	Apna Ghar Alwar	Rajasthan	70
5	Apna Ghar Pooth Khurd Delhi	Delhi	596
6	Apna Ghar Bikaner	Rajasthan	111
7	Apna Ghar Kokilavan	Uttar Pradesh	110
8	Apna Ghar Jodhpur	Rajasthan	449
9	Apna Ghar Old Age Home Bikaner	Rajasthan	201
10	Apna Ghar Budhpur	Delhi	394
11	Apna Ghar Sri Ganganagar	Rajasthan	206
12	Apna Ghar Deaf & Dumb School Ajmer	Rajasthan	89
13	Apna Ghar Shamli	Uttar Pradesh	150
14	Apna Ghar Pali	Rajasthan	57
15	Apna Ghar Nokha	Rajasthan	573
16	Apna Ghar Hindaun	Rajasthan	82
17	Apna Ghar Bassi	Rajasthan	168
18	Apna Ghar Hathras	Uttar Pradesh	74
19	Apna Ghar Shivpuri	Madhya Pradesh	184
20	Apna Ghar Govardhan	Uttar Pradesh	134
21	Apna Ghar Firozabad	Uttar Pradesh	65
22	Apna Ghar Dabra	Madhya Pradesh	120
23	Apna Ghar Purulia	West Bengal	168
24	Apna Ghar Shukratal	Uttar Pradesh	415
25	Apna Ghar Varanasi	Uttar Pradesh	518
26	Apna Ghar Meerut	Uttar Pradesh	59
27	Apna Ghar Bhiwani	Haryana	142
28	Apna Ghar Kathmandu	Nepal	193
29	Apna Ghar Umta	Gujarat	45
30	Apna Ghar Bhopal	Madhya Pradesh	77
31	Apna Ghar Jaipur	Rajasthan	37
32	Apna Ghar Alwar (Female)	Rajasthan	128
33	Apna Ghar Jamdoli, Jaipur	Rajasthan	200
34	Apna Ghar Raigarh	Chhattisgarh	71
35	Apna Ghar Vadodara	Gujarat	37
36	Apna Ghar Kuchaman City	Rajasthan	61
37	Apna Ghar Udaipur	Rajasthan	41
38	Apna Ghar Gandhidham	Gujarat	21
39	Apna Ghar Bari	Rajasthan	195
40	Apna Ghar Vrindavan	Uttar Pradesh	98
41	Apna Ghar Lucknow	Uttar Pradesh	66
42	Apna Ghar Pushkar	Rajasthan	50
43	Apna Ghar Cuttack	Odisha	73
44	Apna Ghar Pilkhuwa [Hapur]	Uttar Pradesh	179
45	Apna Ghar Pune [Mahila]	Maharashtra	93
46	Apna Ghar Noida	Uttar Pradesh	304
47	Apna Ghar Pune [Male]	Maharashtra	87
48	Apna Ghar Kanpur	Uttar Pradesh	25
49	Apna Ghar Bijaynagar	Rajasthan	33
50	Apna Ghar Neem Ka Thana	Rajasthan	92
51	Apna Ghar Punjab Khor	Delhi	378
52	Apna Ghar Raipur	Chhattisgarh	124
53	Apna Ghar Ratlam	Madhya Pradesh	68
54	Apna Ghar Vidisha	Rajasthan	128
55	Apna Ghar Soron Ji	Uttar Pradesh	46
56	Apna Ghar Vasai Mumbai	Maharashtra	229
57	Apna Ghar Faridkot	Punjab	53
58	Apna Ghar Roorkie	Uttar Pradesh	129
59	Apna Ghar Chikani Alwar	Rajasthan	40
60	Apna Ghar Viramgam	Gujarat	108
61	Apna Ghar Karauli Kaila Devi	Rajasthan	30
62	Apna Ghar [Umta Kamla Sandhya]	Gujarat	54
63	Apna Ghar Meerut [Sukhdham]	Uttar Pradesh	148
64	Apna Ghar Aminagar Sarai	Uttar Pradesh	35
65	Apna Ghar Vasai [Female]	Maharashtra	60
66	Apna Ghar Agra [Mahila]	Uttar Pradesh	51
67	Apna Ghar Ratangarh	Rajasthan	31
68	Apna Ghar Ambala	Haryana	51
69	Apna Ghar Shivpuri Mahila Ashram	Madhya Pradesh	25
70	Apna Ghar Sirsod	Madhya Pradesh	21
71	Apna Ghar Kolkata	West Bengal	0
Total			16277

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