Inali Foundation

Arvind Bhargav

Meet Arvind Bhargav

Arvind Bhargav, a middle-class man, suffered a life-changing event when he lost his right hand in a bus accident. After the amputation, he fell into a deep depression, spending 48 hours crying alone in his room. His supportive family, especially his sister and mother, gave him the emotional strength he needed to keep going. The doctors told him that if he wanted to use a prosthetic hand, it could only weigh up to one kilogram due to his weak muscles.

Before 2005, Arvind had a successful marketing job, but after losing his hand, his career took a downturn. For 15 years, from 2005 to 2020, he and his family searched tirelessly for a lightweight prosthetic hand. Throughout this time, his mother and sister were his pillars of strength. In 2015, Arvind faced another blow when his mother passed away, leaving him devastated. His sister, however, was determined to find a suitable prosthetic hand for him and vowed to tie a Rakhi on it one day.

In 2020, his sister stumbled upon a video by Mr. Prashant Gade and contacted the Inali Foundation. At that time, the foundation only made prosthetic hands for below-elbow amputees, so they had to wait longer. Finally, after four more years, Arvind received a lightweight prosthetic hand that fit perfectly. Overwhelmed with emotion, his sister cried tears of joy and tied a Rakhi on his new hand, saying, "We are middle-class; we could never have afforded this hand without help."

Mohammad Alifa

Meet Mohammad Alifa

Mohammad Alifa, a 19-year-old boy from a poor family in Andhra Pradesh, has faced more challenges. At just 17, his life changed forever when he lost his leg in an auto accident. For a year, he struggled to move around with a leg stand and other accessories, unable to afford a prosthetic leg.
Life was hard for Mohammad and his family. He had to rely on his mother for almost everything, and his dream of becoming a photographer seemed impossible. But then, through the help of humanitarian, and philanthropist Mr Sonu Sood, Mohammad learned about the Inali Foundation.

In 2023, after months of procedures and fittings, Mohammad finally stood on his own feet again with his new prosthetic leg. The joy of standing and walking again was overwhelming. With his newfound freedom, Mohammad was able to return to his passion for photography. He began taking pictures again, turning his hobby into a way to earn money and support his family. No longer dependent on his family for daily tasks, Mohammad gained back his independence, now earning money and helping family.

Now, Mohammad rides his bicycle proudly and lives his dream of being a photographer.

Ritu Sonanai

Meet Ritu Sonanai

Ritu Sonanai's story is one of extraordinary strength and resilience. In 2016, while she was a final year BCom student, a devastating accident changed her life forever. An electric shock of 11,000 volts resulted in the loss of her right hand. This tragic incident forced Ritu to halt her education, a heartbreaking blow for someone who had always excelled in school and college.
Despite this setback, Ritu's spirit remained unbroken. Known for her bravery and intelligence, she had always been at the top of her class. She refused to let her circumstances define her. Ritu got married and began her new life, managing all household chores with just one hand. She even pursued her passion for sports, becoming a shotput player. Yet, one dream remained elusive: riding a bicycle.

Ritu often wondered if she could ever balance on a bicycle with just one hand. This dream stayed with her, a symbol of the independence she longed for. In 2024, Ritu heard about the Inali Foundation and their work with prosthetics. She joined a camp in Surat, hoping for a chance to fulfil her dream.

After eight long years of waiting and hoping, Ritu finally received her prosthetic hand. The moment she rode a bicycle for the first time was indescribable. It was not just about riding; it was about reclaiming a part of her life that she thought was lost forever.

Now, with her prosthetic hand, Ritu not only continues her daily activities and sports but also rides her bicycle with pride, proving that no dream is too far out of reach.

Patient Testimonials

As a soldier who lost a hand in a bomb blast, this prosthetic has restored my pride and confidence. Wearing my uniform now, it fits perfectly, and I no longer see myself as handicapped—nor do others. This hand empowers me to continue serving with dignity.

Soldier Valsavajan T.

The Inali Foundation prosthetic allows me to ride my motorcycle again after I was left without my right hand for one and a half years.

Digvijay Raghunath Pawar