Santhwanam 5 , Tribal Welfare Initiative Project by Recca SEWA Charitable Society ( Recca Sewa )

Social Study Centre at Laha , Manjathodu  Pathanamthitta District

Date of Handover: 20 February 2026

 

1. Visit to the Social Study Centre

On 20th February 2026, SEWA members and Executive Committee representatives visited the newly constructed Social Study Centre at Laha  Manjathodu  Pathanamthitta District  

The team inspected the entire facility and observed that the construction had been completed in accordance with the approved design and requirements, with only a few minor adjustments to be addressed over time. Overall, the structure reflected the quality, purpose, and intent with which the project was undertaken.

The visit marked a proud and emotional milestone for RECCA SEWA, as this project had been completed within nine months from the date of foundation without Time and cost escalations

Refer to Project no 58  for more details . https://reccasewa.com/building-hope-community-welfare-social-study-centre-manjathodu-tribal-colony/

 

2. Participation of Local Authorities

The Panchayat President of Perumad , Ms Girja devi  and her colleagues  visited the Centre during the occasion and expressed her happiness at having a structured facility that could serve as a platform for developmental and educational activities for the tribal community.

The Tribal Welfare Officer, Mr  S Najeem, arrived  and formally received the project with appreciation, acknowledging the positive impact it would have on the local tribal population.

Mr Tony Samuel from CII Guardian International Limited, Mr Damodaran Namboodiri  from Recca CLub our CSR partners, were also present, reflecting the strength of collaborative engagement. Canara Bank informed us that they will  come to the collectorate Office 

The Donor / Sponsor Plaque as desired  by Cochin Shipyard Limited ,  our  major CSR  sponsor was fixed on the wall of the Social Study Centre Santhwanam 5 as desired by them, by the President  and Vice President, as CSL  expressed their inability to attend the function in person

Following a brief interaction with members of the tribal community, sweets were distributed and photographs were taken to mark the occasion.

3. Meeting at the Collectorate

Subsequently, the SEWA delegation proceeded to the Office of the District Collectorate   at Pathanamthitta.

The District Collector, Shri Prem Krishnan, warmly received the team and invited the members for a detailed discussion in his chamber. 

Ms. Gita Ramachandran, President of RECCA SEWA, briefed the District Collector on:

• The background and objectives of the project
  • The implementation timeline
  • CSR partnerships and sponsorship model
  • Monitoring mechanisms and documentation
  • Future sustainability aspects

A detailed project synopsis was handed over for official reference. ( attached below)

4. Formal Handover Ceremony

A symbolic key to the Social Study Centre was handed over to the District Collector by Former President Shri M.K. Balakrishnan.

The District Collector, in turn, officially handed it over to the Tribal Development Officer, thereby completing the formal transfer of the project to the District Administration of Pathanamthitta.

Secretary, Group Captain Hari C Sekhar    handed over the signed copy of  Handing over / Taking over Agreement  to TDO Mr S Najeem of   Tribal Welfare Department   

The District Collector expressed his appreciation for RECCA SEWA’s initiative. He  highlighted how this Social Study Centre would meaningfully complement the Tribal Welfare initiatives undertaken by the Government of Kerala.

He observed that many children from tribal communities are often reluctant to attend school, as their absence reduces the family’s daily earning potential. In several cases, after completing Class XII, parents hesitate to send their children outside the village for higher studies due to economic constraints and social concerns.

He emphasized that a structured facility within the community can serve as a bridge   encouraging continued education, building confidence, and gradually shifting mindsets towards long-term academic and personal development.

 Sweets were distributed and Photographs were taken to commemorate the official handover.

5. Acknowledgements

Vice President Shri Ashok Kumar conveyed gratitude to:

• The District Collector , Administration, Officials , CSR sponsors, Benevolent Donors, SEWA members and family, Contributors, Contractors , well-wishers and all those who were present on the  occasion

Memento of Appreciation was presented to  the Executing Builder,  Mr Shibu from Dora Infrastructure and Properties Pvt limited by District Collector  

We are  grateful  to the representatives of CSR Partners,  Mr Tony Smuel from CIIGIL, Mr Ashok Kumar  from Canara bank , Mr  Damodaran Namboodiri from Recca Club   and family of Sewa Members who participated  in this  function organized  at the office  of the collectorate

Executive Member Shri Hashim handed over a memento to Shri James Mathew, the architect at his residence, in recognition of his dedicated efforts  of volunteering  the Architectural Services  

6. CSR Sponsors & Contributors

The treasurer Mr  V P Padmaraj  provided details of the  Financials  received from various  Sponsors and well wishers

RECCA SEWA places on record its sincere gratitude to:

• Cochin Shipyard Limited : 10 L
  • CII Guardian International Limited : 4.5 L
  • RECCA Club : 2 L
  • Canara Bank : 2L
• Benevolent Individual donors above 25 K :    Mr  Ramesh Mundany, Mr Midhun V Suresh, Mr Prakash EK , Mr Varughese CM,   Mr Sreekumar P Menon, Mr Tom Joseph, Recca Tours and Travel  Group
• All SEWA members and Alumni of NITC  who contributed wholeheartedly

This project stands as:

• The first CSR-sponsored infrastructure initiative of RECCA SEWA
  • One of the major Tribal Welfare projects undertaken
  • The fifth consecutive infrastructure development project successfully completed by RECCA SEWA as SANTHWANAM 5

7. Conclusion

The completion and formal handover of the Social Study Centre within nine months of Laying of Foundation stone on 12^th May 2025  marks a significant achievement in coordination , disciplined execution, transparent monitoring, and collaborative CSR engagement.

For RECCA SEWA, this was not merely a project completion,   it was a moment of fulfillment, responsibility, and renewed commitment to serve.

The Society remains open to future partnerships that bridge engineering expertise, CSR intent, and administrative support for sustainable social impact.

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Synopsis  of the project  submitted to the collectorate

 

SANTHWANAM 5 

Social Study Centre at Laha, Manjathodu

 

 Tribal Welfare Project: Santhwanam 5

First CSR-Sponsored Initiative of RECCA SEWA Charitable Society

 

About RECCA SEWA

• RECCA SEWA Charitable Society is a charitable initiative founded nearly two decades ago by alumni of NIT Calicut (formerly REC Calicut). Recca Sewa has consistently undertaken projects in education support, health assistance, disaster relief, and community welfare.

• This Social Study Centre at Laha, marks SEWA’s first CSR-sponsored infrastructure initiative,   focused Tribal Welfare project & the 5^th consecutive Infrastructure Development project

Project Overview

Project Title: Social Study Centre: Tribal Welfare Initiative Santhwanam 5
Location: Laha  Manjathodu, Pathanamthitta District

Statistics : Will cater to 109 Tribal families  

Foundation Stone Laid: 12 May 2025

Date of Handover: 20 February 2026

Execution Period: 9 Months

Estimated Cost : 24 Lakhs

 Details and Photographs at :  Reccasewa.com                                                                               

 https://reccasewa.com/building-hope-community-welfare-social-study-centre-manjathodu-tribal-colony/

Objectives

• The project was undertaken in consultation with the District Administration to create a dedicated and structured study space for tribal students, aimed at strengthening educational access and long-term community development.
• Promote academic continuity and structured educational support
  • Develop a sustainable model for CSR-led community infrastructure initiatives
  • Enable collaboration between professional alumni networks and public administration

Implementation & Monitoring

• All necessary approvals and clearances were obtained from the District Collector’s Office,  Tribal Welfare Department, Forest Department Officials & Perumad  Panchayat
• Monthly site inspections by SEWA Executive Committee members
• Continuous documentation and transparency through updates & photographs at website
• Completed within the planned budget and timeline, without major cost escalation

Funding & CSR Partners

This project was executed through sponsorship and generous contributions from:

• Cochin Shipyard Limited
• CII Guardian International
  • RECCA Club
  • Canara Bank
  • Benevolent donors, SEWA members & NITC Alumni

Handover

The completed Social Study Centre is being formally handed over on 20 February 2026 to Shri Prem Krishnan IAS, the District Collector  Pattanamthitta and District Administration, for operational management.

RECCA SEWA remains committed to supporting future development initiatives and CSR collaborations.

We also place on record  our  sincere gratitude to all sponsors, contributors, Sewa Members,  KSEB, Contractors, Architect and the District Administration for their full cooperation.

Submitted by
RECCA SEWA Society
President & Executive Committee

Gita Ramachandran