About Purnaang Foundation

Transforming lives of children with hearing disabilities through comprehensive rehabilitation and medical care services since 1998

Our Story

From humble beginnings as Hearing Care Clinic to becoming Purnaang Foundation

A Journey of Compassion

Purnaang Foundation began its journey in 1998 as "Hearing Care Clinic," driven by a simple yet powerful mission: to provide hope and healing to children with disabilities. Over more than two decades, we have evolved into a comprehensive rehabilitation center.

Registered under the Indian Trust Act of 1882 on December 27, 2018, our foundation operates in Khordha district, Odisha, with headquarters in Bhubaneswar. We work tirelessly to identify, treat, and support children with various disabilities from low-income families.

20,000+

Patients Screened

50,000+

Hearing Aids Fitted

6,000+

Children Benefited

Our Journey

Milestones that shaped our mission to transform lives

1998

The Beginning

Hearing Care Clinic was established with a vision to provide hope and healing to children with hearing disabilities in Odisha.

2003

Academic Milestone

Dr. Khirod Chandra Panda earned his Ph.D. from Utkal University, becoming the first person from Odisha to complete a doctorate in speech and hearing sciences.

2009

National Recognition

Received the prestigious National Award from President Smt. Pratibha Devi Singh Patil for outstanding contribution to hearing care and rehabilitation.

2016

State Award

Honored with State Award by Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Naveen Pattnaik for exceptional service to children with disabilities in Odisha.

2018

Foundation Established

Officially registered as Purnaang Foundation under the Indian Trust Act of 1882 on December 27, expanding services beyond hearing care to comprehensive rehabilitation.

2020

Comprehensive Services

Expanded therapy programs to include speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy, serving children with multiple disabilities including autism, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation.

Present

Transforming Lives Daily

Operating a day care center in Salia Sahi, serving 65 children with various disabilities. Over 50,000 hearing aids fitted, 20,000+ patients screened, and 6,000+ children benefited from our comprehensive programs.

Our Leadership

Meet the visionary founder who has dedicated his life to empowering children with disabilities

Dr. Khirod Chandra Panda

Dr. Khirod Chandra Panda

Founder & Ph.D. Audiologist cum Speech Language Pathologist

Born: May 21, 1971

Dr. Panda completed his master's degree in Speech and Hearing from All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Mysore in 1991. He earned his Ph.D. from Utkal University in 2003, becoming the first person from Odisha to complete a Ph.D. in speech and hearing sciences.

With experience at National Institute for the Hearing Handicapped, Mumbai, Ispat General Hospital, Rourkela, and National Hearing Centres, Melbourne, Australia, Dr. Panda has fitted nearly 50,000 digital hearing aids throughout his career.

Awards & Recognition

National Award from President Smt. Pratibha Devi Singh Patil (2009)
 State Award from Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Naveen Pattnaik (2016)

Our Comprehensive Services

We provide holistic care through medical intervention and rehabilitation therapies

Medical Intervention

  • Screening and diagnostic camps
  • Cochlear implantation referrals
  • Free hearing aids under ADIP scheme
  • Custom ear moulds with silicon impressions
  • Neonatal hearing screening (OAE & BERA)
  • ENT referrals for corrective surgeries

Speech Therapy

  • Tongue exercises and articulation therapy
  • Reading and word games
  • Object and picture matching activities
  • Building attention span and eye contact
  • Hyperactivity control techniques
  • Speech correction for various defects

Occupational Therapy

  • Pressure inputs and sensory activities
  • Gross and fine motor skills development
  • Daily living skills training
  • Perceptual and problem-solving skills
  • Play, communication, and social skills
  • School readiness programs

Physiotherapy

  • Movement and exercise programs
  • Manual therapy techniques
  • Aerobic conditioning and agility training
  • Balance and coordination exercises
  • Range of motion and soft tissue stretching
  • Neuromuscular education and strengthening

Our Foundation

The principles that guide our work and define our commitment

Our Vision

To enhance the capabilities of every disabled child to live a dignified, independent and fulfilling life to his/her utmost potential without being discriminated or assumed a burden by the society.

Our Mission

To provide quality medical care and rehabilitation services to the disabled child required to enhance his/her capabilities and ensure comprehensive development.

Our Values

Teamwork Transparency Transformation Technology Empathy Excellence Innovation Integrity

Our Expert Medical Team

Dedicated professionals committed to providing the highest quality care

SB

Dr. Subrat Kumar Behera

MS (ENT) - Advisor
Prof. & HOD ENT, SCB Medical College

CS

Dr. Chinmay Sunderay

MBBS, MS(ENT)
Associate Professor, PRMMCH Baripada

AA

Dr. Amrit Anand

MBBS, MS (ENT)
Consultant, ESI Hospital Bhubaneswar

LD

Dr. Lina Das

MBBS, MD (Paediatrics)
Professor, Capital Hospital

AP

Dr. Ashok Kumar Panda

MBBS, MS (ENT)
Senior ENT Specialist, Capital Hospital

CP

Dr. Chappity Preetam

MBBS, MS (ENT)
Professor, AIIMS Bhubaneswar

Our Rehabilitation Team

Skilled therapists and specialists dedicated to comprehensive child development

DP

Diptimayee Patra

Special Educator (MR)

SS

Sarojini Sahoo

Special Educator (MR)

PS

Prafulla Ku. Sarangi

Special Educator (HI)

AS

Ashish Singh

Occupational Therapist

MM

Manoranjan Mishra

Speech Pathologist

NR

Nikita Rath

Psychologist

MN

Minakshi Nayak

Physiotherapist

Current Impact

Today, we serve 65 children with various disabilities, with an average of 50 children attending daily

Our day care center in Salia Sahi serves children with hearing impairment, autism, mental retardation, apraxia of speech, and cerebral palsy. We maintain detailed therapy plans for each child and conduct regular parent counseling sessions to ensure effective mainstreaming into society.

Each family shares their experiences and their child's improvement on a weekly basis, creating a supportive community of hope and healing.