New Delhi, Jan 30 : President Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the ''Anti Leprosy Fortnight and Leprosy Seal Campaign'' at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Wednesday.

In this connection, a delegation of the Delhi branch of the Hind Kusht Nivaran Sangh called on President Mukherjee. The Sangh is a voluntary organization working in the field of service of leprosy sufferers and looking after their medical and socio-economic rehabilitation. It was set up in 1961 under the pioneering guidance of social activist Dr. Yudhvir Singh.

On the occasion, the Punjab National Bank also donated a cheque of Rs. three lakh for the noble cause. (ANI)