Udaipur, March 1:
A poignant incident unfolded in Udaipur when a woman, unable to speak, was found wandering in a distressed state fifteen days ago. Her eyes reflected deep fear, helplessness, and the profound pain of being separated from her loved ones. Although she could not articulate her feelings, her gestures conveyed her entire emotional state.
She was safely brought to the Sakhi One Stop Centre, where the centre manager, Kiran Patel, along with legal advisor Anita Pawar, social advisor Rekha Jeengar, case worker Sumitra Chaubisa, and Sushila Gameti, patiently attempted to communicate with her. She responded to every question using gestures, eye language, and expressions, making it clear that she was mentally distressed and separated from her family.
The team at the Sakhi Centre, operated by the Women Empowerment Department at the Bhuwana Community Health Centre, not only provided her shelter but also a sense of belonging. They arranged for her food, clothing, and mental support. The biggest challenge was reaching her family. Despite her limited information, inability to speak, and lack of identification, the team persevered. After continuous efforts, checking potential locations, and leveraging local networks and administrative support, they finally traced her family.
Through a video call, she was able to communicate with her relatives. When her family arrived at the Sakhi Centre and saw her, an overwhelming wave of emotions surged. Tears flowed, hands trembled, and the relief of reunion after a long time brought tears to everyone’s eyes.
