First conceptualized by Mahila Suraksha Samiti in 2012, this visionary project remains closer to our hearts than ever. Realizing that the isolation of our elders and the erosion of Haryana's oral culture have only intensified over the last decade, we are re-submitting this vital proposal for approval. Updated for today's context, this blueprint outlines our renewed commitment to bridging elder care with heritage preservation.
Project Proposal: Adult / Senior Citizen Day Care cum Culture Preservation Centre
Date of Proposal: October 20, 2012
Project Duration: 3 Years
Implementing Agency: Mahila Suraksha Samiti (Regd No: 1581), Hisar, Haryana
President: Dr. Kaushlya Malhotra
Address: 1008, HBC, Sector 15 A, Hisar, Haryana
1. Brief Introduction of the Project
In today's fast-paced world, many working couples face the difficult challenge of leaving their elderly parents at home alone. This often leads to deep apprehension and anxiety, making it hard for professionals to fully concentrate on their work.
To address this pressing social need, Mahila Suraksha Samiti is introducing a dedicated Senior Citizen Day Care Centre. Families where both husband and wife go to work can comfortably drop their elders off in the morning and take them back home in the evening.
At our centre, seniors will be provided with:
Nutritious food and regular dietary care.
Professional medical care and health monitoring.
Recreational activities, interactive hobbies, and indoor fun games.
A warm, respectful environment where their life experiences are deeply valued.
Preserving Haryana's Rich Oral Heritage
Haryanvi society participates in a remarkably rich cultural heritage. However, the vast majority of this knowledge remains unwritten. It is preserved entirely through oral traditions—the tales families pass down, stories of bygone eras, traditional ecological knowledge, and historical community events.
This folklore gives shape and character to the lives of the people of Haryana. While future generations have much to learn from the wisdom of their elders, this knowledge risks being lost forever if it is not documented. Our centre will uniquely harness the talents of senior citizens to document and preserve this invaluable cultural heritage for posterity.
2. Aims and Objectives
The project operates with a distinct two-fold vision:
Enhancing Quality of Life: To provide a profound sense of dignity, self-respect, self-dependence, and confidence to senior citizens within the project area, ensuring they lead an active and fulfilling life.
Cultural Preservation: To engage the wisdom and talents of these senior citizens to actively research, document, and preserve the folk traditions and oral history of Haryana.
3. Documenting Community Traditions
The documentation activities will be carried out year-round at the primary centre and approximately 5 to 7 times a year through organized field visits to nearby rural areas. The documentation will cover:
Verbal Arts: Folk tales, humorous stories, oral biographies, traditional riddles, jokes, proverbs, sayings, rhymes, family oral histories, and occupational work stories.
Music & Dance: Ethnic folksongs, traditional lullabies, religious hymns, social dances, ritualistic performances, and ethnic dances.
Games & Play: Traditional ritual games and historical children's games.
Foodways: Heritage recipes, traditional food preparation techniques, ancient cooking technologies, and the religious or medicinal uses of local food.
Folk Art & Craft: Traditional quilting, weaving, embroidery, knitting, sewing, and crocheting.
Celebrations & Rites of Passage: Detailed rituals of birth, initiations, marriage, and death, as well as seasonal festivals and local cultural fairs.
4. Proposed Budget Plan (in Rupees)
I. One-Off Capital Expenditure
These are fixed setup costs incurred during the initiation phase for permanent articles and equipment.
| Items | Year 1 | Next 2 Years | Total Budget |
| Permanent Articles: Beds, cots/palangs, sewing machines, computers, and other permanent utility items for inmates | 2,500,000 | 500,000 | 3,000,000 |
| Entertainment & Development: Television sets, radios, and various indoor games | 1,000,000 | 400,000 | 1,400,000 |
| Culture Preservation Implements: Audio recorders, video cameras, computers, and required stationery | 1,500,000 | 100,000 | 1,600,000 |
| Total Capital Expenditure | 5,000,000 | 1,000,000 | 6,000,000 |
II. Monthly Operating Expenses (Salaries)
| Staff Position | Monthly | Year 1 | Next 2 Years | Total Budget |
| Superintendent | 18,000 | 216,000 | 432,000 | 648,000 |
| Training & Rehabilitation Officer | 12,000 | 144,000 | 288,000 | 432,000 |
| Doctor (Part-time) | 8,000 | 96,000 | 192,000 | 288,000 |
| Consultant (Whole-time) | 10,000 | 120,000 | 240,000 | 360,000 |
| Clerk (Typist, Librarian, Cashier, Store-keeper) | 10,000 | 120,000 | 240,000 | 360,000 |
| Chowkidar / Peon (Two posts) | 8,000 | 96,000 | 192,000 | 288,000 |
| Warden / Cook | 8,000 | 96,000 | 192,000 | 288,000 |
| Total Staff Salaries | 74,000 | 888,000 | 1,776,000 | 2,664,000 |
III. Recurring Expenses
| Cost Heads | Monthly | Year 1 | Next 2 Years | Total Budget |
| Office Emergency Fund | - | 60,000 | 120,000 | 180,000 |
| Medical Expenses | - | 25,000 | 50,000 | 75,000 |
| Rehabilitation Expenses (For 30 seniors @ ₹3000/head) | - | 90,000 | 180,000 | 270,000 |
| Monthly Rent for the Centre | 15,000 | 180,000 | 360,000 | 540,000 |
| Gifts and Prizes for Games | 4,000 | 48,000 | 96,000 | 144,000 |
| Cultural & Educational Trips | - | 96,000 | 96,000 | 192,000 |
| Total Recurring Expenses | 19,000 | 499,000 | 902,000 | 1,401,000 |
IV. Consolidated Budget Summary
| Expenditure Category | Year 1 | Next 2 Years | Total Project Cost |
| 1. One-Off Capital Expenditure | 5,000,000 | 1,000,000 | 6,000,000 |
| 2. Monthly Operating Expenses (Salaries) | 888,000 | 1,776,000 | 2,664,000 |
| 3. Recurring Expenses | 499,000 | 902,000 | 1,401,000 |
| Grand Total Estimated Budget | 6,387,000 | 3,678,000 | 10,065,000 |
5. Location and Operational Logistics
We propose to establish and run the Day Care Centre across the following interconnected areas in Hisar:
Housing Board Colony, Sector 15A
B&R Colony
Sector 15
Timings and Capacity
6. Derived Knowledge Products & Publications
The extensive documentation gathered at the centre and the NGO headquarters during the project period will serve as an invaluable repository of heritage information for years to come. The project will actively publish specialized booklets, monograph studies, and media recordings (audio/video) to bridge the knowledge gap for younger and future generations.
7. Institutional Accountability
Mahila Suraksha Samiti (MSS) maintains the highest standards of fiscal compliance and transparency:
Detailed monthly accounting and financial statements will be regularly submitted to the funding institution.
Photographic documentation and comprehensive activity reports highlighting the milestone achievements at the centre will be sent to the funding agency on a structured basis.
8. Financial Institution & Banking Credentials
To facilitate secure institutional funding and grants, the official bank account details of the organization will be ......provided laer..on.
Important Note:
Please note that this project was originally
conceptualized in 2012. Recognizing its urgent relevance today, will re-submitting this proposal for approval. The
financial numbers in the enclosed budget will be revised to reflect current
2026 market rates, and our updated bank account details (following the Oriental
Bank of Commerce merger into Punjab National Bank) will be provided upon
initial interest.
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