Chiranthana Charitable Trust: A Legacy of Geriatric Care, Community Health, Education, and Cultural Promotion
Chiranthana Charitable Trust, based in Suratkal, has been a distinguished name in the field of geriatric healthcare for over 25 years. In addition to its remarkable contributions to elderly care, the trust has also made significant strides in areas such as community health, education, and cultural promotion.
A key facet of Chiranthana’s community engagement is its dedication to promoting Indian art and music. Over the years, the trust has organized numerous national-level music festivals, concerts, workshops, and lecture-demonstration programs. These events have featured performances by renowned artists including Pt. Yogesh Samsi, Pt. Ram Deshpande, Pandita Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, Pt. Pravin Godkhindi, Pt. Vinayak Torvi, Pt. Ganapathi Bhat Hasanagi, Pt. Parameshwar Hegde, Pt. Ramdas Palsule, Pt. Venkatesh Kumar, Pandita Shubhada Paradkar, and Pt. Tejendra Mujumdar.
In collaboration with Maaxmedia, Udupi, Chiranthana has been actively promoting Indian art and tradition through projects such as Abhinava Khayal—a YouTube series documenting valuable compositions by Pt. Narayan Pandit, as well as initiatives like Alaap, Aarohi, and Ranga Nayaka.
Their latest joint venture, Swar-Swaad: An Evening with Three Melodies, is set to delight music lovers in Udupi. This event will feature performances by:
- Anuradha Bhat (Udupi) – Vocal Melody
- Sri Arnab Chakrabarty – Sarod Melody
- Pt. Partha Bose (Kolkata) – Sitar Melody
The event will take place at Yakshagana Kalakendra – Infosys Hall, Udupi, on 26th October, from 4 PM to 8 PM.
With its unwavering commitment to healthcare and cultural enrichment, Chiranthana Charitable Trust continues to make a lasting impact on society, enriching lives through both service and the arts.
