Korlai is a beautiful village in Raigad district. In 1973 the sisters started the mission in a rented place, on the loft of a couple’s house from where they conducted study classes for poor children, health education, medical aid for the poor and family visitation. In 1975 a residence for the sisters and dispensary were constructed.

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The village housed a large number of tribals whose occupation was mainly fishing and farming, and some worked in industries in neighbouring places. The language spoken was Marathi and Portuguese. Illiteracy was high so a nursery and home-based educational support were started for the children, many of whom have since secured good jobs. Women’s groups were formed in all the villages. The sisters instructed them on health and hygiene. Tailoring classes helped the women to earn a livelihood. The sisters reach out to the interior villages to instruct the people about their rights and the importance of education and support them with income generating programs.

POSTAL ADDRESS

Krupa Niwas, P.O. Korlai, Via Revdanda, Dt. Raigad 402 202, Maharashtra