DIABETES SCREENING MACHINE KIT DISTRIBUTION

05 Aug 2026

🦁 LIONS INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT 3231 A4 | LIONS YEAR 2026–27 DIABETES SCREENING MACHINE KIT DISTRIBUTION A District-Wide Initiative for Early Diabetes Detection & Awareness 1. PROJECT OVERVIEW The Diabetes Screening Machine Kit Distribution Project was a major healthcare initiative undertaken by Lions International District 3231 A4 with the objective of strengthening diabetes screening and early detection facilities across Lions Clubs. The initiative was organised by PMJF Lion Anoop Tharwani, District Coordinator – Diabetes, and conducted in association with the Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Community Service Team – Since 2021. The official programme material states that the kits were to be distributed free of cost to all 55 Lions Clubs in the District. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg The project combined equipment distribution with future community diabetes check-up activities, enabling participating Lions Clubs to conduct screening programmes in their respective communities. 2. PROJECT DETAILS Particular Details Project Name Diabetes Screening Machine Kit Distribution District Lions International District 3231 A4 Lions Year 2026–27 Date Wednesday, 5 August 2026 Time 6:00 PM Venue Navi Mumbai Sports Association, Vashi, Navi Mumbai Distribution Free distribution to all 55 Lions Clubs Organised By PMJF Lion Anoop Tharwani Designation District Coordinator – Diabetes In Association With Bhukha Na Rahe Koi – Community Service Team Community Service Team Since 2021 These programme details are stated in the official event communication. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 3. DIABETES SCREENING KIT – CONTENTS Each participating Lions Club was provided with a diabetes screening kit consisting of: 🩸 Glucose Testing Equipment 1 Diabetes Screening Machine / Glucometer 250 Diabetes Testing Strips 250 Lancets Cotton The official programme artwork specifically lists Machine – 1, Strips – 250, Lancet – 250 and Cotton as the kit components. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 4. SCALE OF DISTRIBUTION The project was designed as a District-wide initiative covering all 55 Lions Clubs. District-Level Distribution 55 Lions Clubs × 1 Machine = 55 Screening Machines 55 Lions Clubs × 250 Strips = 13,750 Testing Strips 55 Lions Clubs × 250 Lancets = 13,750 Lancets Therefore, the planned distribution represented: 55 Diabetes Screening Machines 13,750 Diabetes Testing Strips 13,750 Lancets Cotton Supplies for Screening This provides Lions Clubs with an immediate resource base for conducting diabetes screening activities in their respective communities. 5. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT The major objectives were: 1️⃣ Early Detection To facilitate early identification of elevated blood glucose levels through community-level screening. 2️⃣ Accessibility To make basic diabetes screening equipment available through Lions Clubs across the District. 3️⃣ Community Outreach To enable individual Lions Clubs to organise Diabetes Check-Up Camps in their local communities. 4️⃣ Awareness To increase public awareness regarding diabetes, regular screening and preventive healthcare. 5️⃣ Strengthening Lions Service To create a common healthcare service platform through which multiple Lions Clubs can contribute to diabetes-related community service. 6. EXPECTED COMMUNITY IMPACT The distribution of screening equipment to 55 Lions Clubs significantly expands the District's capacity to conduct community diabetes screening. Instead of conducting screening only through a central programme, individual Lions Clubs can use the equipment to organise camps at: Schools and colleges Senior citizen centres Rural and tribal communities Residential communities Workplaces Community halls Old-age homes Public awareness programmes Other underserved locations This decentralised approach can help bring basic screening closer to people who may otherwise not undergo regular testing. 7. COMBINING SCREENING WITH SERVICE A key strength of the project is that the equipment distribution is intended to support future diabetes check-up camps, rather than being a one-time distribution activity. Each Lions Club receiving a machine can potentially conduct repeated screening activities, creating a continuing community-service impact throughout the Lions Year. One Machine → Multiple Camps → Multiple Screenings → Greater Community Impact 8. LEADERSHIP & DISTRICT SUPPORT The programme was conducted in the presence of senior District Lions leadership. Chief Guest PMJF Lion Pravin Sarnaik District Governor Guests of Honour PMJF Lion Vijay Ganatra 1st Vice District Governor PMJF Lion Dr. Namita Mishra 2nd Vice District Governor Special Invitee MJF Lion Mukesh Taneja Past District Governor Project Organiser PMJF Lion Anoop Tharwani District Coordinator – Diabetes The official event material identifies these Lions leaders and their respective roles. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 9. ASSOCIATION WITH BHUKHA NA RAHE KOI The Diabetes Screening Machine Kit Distribution was conducted in association with the Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Community Service Team, a service initiative identified in the programme material as being active since 2021. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg The association brings together healthcare service and community service, supporting the broader objective of reaching vulnerable sections of society through practical humanitarian initiatives. 10. PROJECT STRENGTHS ✅ District-Wide Coverage Designed to reach all 55 Lions Clubs. ✅ Free Distribution Screening kits were provided to participating Lions Clubs free of cost. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg ✅ Ready-to-Use Equipment Each kit includes a screening machine, strips, lancets and cotton. ✅ Sustainable Service Model The machines can be used repeatedly for future diabetes screening camps. ✅ Decentralised Healthcare Clubs can take screening services directly into their local communities. ✅ Awareness + Detection The initiative supports both diabetes awareness and early identification. 11. PROJECT AT A GLANCE 🩸 55 Lions Clubs Covered 🩺 55 Diabetes Screening Machines 🧪 13,750 Testing Strips 🩸 13,750 Lancets 📅 5 August 2026 Distribution Programme 📍 Navi Mumbai Sports Association, Vashi Programme Venue 12. CONCLUSION The Diabetes Screening Machine Kit Distribution Project represents a significant step towards strengthening community healthcare services across Lions International District 3231 A4. By providing diabetes screening equipment to 55 Lions Clubs, the initiative creates a network of Lions-led screening capabilities that can continue serving communities throughout the year. The project goes beyond the distribution of equipment—it creates an opportunity for every participating Lions Club to become a local centre for diabetes awareness, screening and preventive healthcare. Together We Serve • Together We Create Awareness • Together We Save Lives Project Organiser: PMJF Lion Anoop Tharwani District Coordinator – Diabetes In Association With: Bhukha Na Rahe Koi – Community Service Team Since 2021 Lions International – District 3231 A4 | Lions Year 2026–27 �