Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Doctor Couple Transforms Rural Village for 35 Years
Dr. Ravindra and Dr. Smita Kolhe are a doctor couple who have been working in the village of Bairagarh for 35 years.
They charge only ₹2 per patient.
Their hard work has greatly improved healthcare in the village, especially for babies.
They have also helped with farming and other community needs.
The government gave them a special award called the Padma Shri for their amazing work.
Their story shows how dedication and love can change lives.
Dr. Ravindra and Dr. Smita Kolhe have served in Bairagarh for 35 years with a fee of ₹2 per patient.
They transformed rural healthcare, reducing infant mortality from 200 to under 40.
Their work includes sustainable agriculture and community development.
They received the Padma Shri Award for their contributions.
Their legacy is marked by presence, love, and dedication to changing lives.
- Who
- Dr. Ravindra and Dr. Smita Kolhe
- What
- Transformed rural healthcare and reduced infant mortality
- When
- Over 35 years
- Where
- Bairagarh, Melghat
- Why
- To provide affordable healthcare and improve living conditions
- Doctors
- Dr. Ravindra and Dr. Smita Kolhe
- Location
- Bairagarh, Melghat
- Fee
- ₹2 per patient
- Duration
- 35 years
- Impact
- Reduced infant mortality from 200 to under 40
- Awards
- Padma Shri Award
- Key Focus Areas
- Rural healthcare, sustainable agriculture