Meet our Chairman
Vivek Kumar Kalyan
Jail Superintendent, Kara
Spouse President of Vietnam, Mrs. NGUYEN THI HIEN
Dr Thiyagarajan S.M .IAS. DM Gaya
DM Shri Abhishek Singh
Deputy Superintendent, Kara
Team Leader, Sakya Care Foundation (USA)
Member of Parliament, Hari Manjhi
Owner of VietJet Airlines
Sister Blue Lotus donating stationery items to slum children
Jail Superintendent, Kara
Happy Independence day
DM Kumar Ravi, S.S.P Garima Malik
District Governor Bihar & Jharkhand, Rotary International
President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind
Vivek Kumar Kalyan a native son of Bodhgaya, is a dedicated humanitarian whose life's mission is to alleviate human suffering. Known affectionately across India as both the "Handpump Man of Bihar" and the "Oxygen Man of Bihar", Vivek has spent more than two decades spearheading grassroots initiatives that bring clean water, emergency healthcare, and hope to the region's most vulnerable populations.
His impactful work has earned deep appreciation from local districts officials, international delegations, and even the highest offices of the Indian government.
A Lifelong Mission of Impact
1. The Water Crisis & The "Handpump Man of Bihar"
(2004–Present)
Vivek Kumar Kalyan is a well known social worker based in Bodhgaya, Bihar. He is prominently recognized across the state as the " Chapakal Man" (Handpump Man) of the Bihar for his scarcity by installing thousands of free water pumps. He serves as the Chairman of the Siddhartha Compassion Trust Bodhgaya.
Gaya is historically known as a drought-prone area, making its rural communities highly vulnerable to serve water scarcity. During his school and college days, Vivek was deeply impacted by witnessing the daily struggles of local women and children who had to trek long distances just to fetch basic drinking water.
Motivated to create a sustainable solution, he initiated a lifelong mission:
· The
Journey Begins (2004): Vivek installed his very first clean-water handpump
in Chhachh village, Bodh Gaya.
· Regional
Expansion: His efforts quickly expanded to neighboring villages, including Hathiyar,
Bakraur, Silaunja, and Bataspur.
· State-Wide
Scale: Over the last two decades, his mission grew to cover the Sherghati
sub-division of the Gaya district and expanded into north Bihar districts like Vaishali,
Muzaffarpur, and Sitamarhi—eventually reaching as far as Raxaul near
the India-Nepal border.
· The Impact Today: Having started his mission at just 20 Years old, Vivek has successfully installed over 2,000 free handpumps in approximately 500 villages across the state.
"Water scarcity is a bigger problem than most resources. It is a matter of survival. Those having to struggle to get water must be bailed out of the problem."
— Vivek Kumar Kalyan
How the Water Mission Operates:
· Family
Roots: The installation cost of a single handpump ranges from ₹20,000 to
₹70,000–₹80,000, depending on the depth of the water table. Initially, Vivek
bore these expenses entirely with the backing of his large joint family, which
comprises 65 members. With almost all the adults running successful independent
businesses in Bodh Gaya, the family wholeheartedly appreciated and funded his
vision.
· Self-Reliant Maintenance: Rather than relying on government or district officials for support, Vivek manages his own dedicated team of plumbers. This team not only installs new systems but also actively repairs and restores defunct public handpumps across the villages.
2. COVID-19 Relief & The "Oxygen Man of Bihar" (2020–2021)
During the devastating second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic faced catastrophic oxygen shortages, he personally distributed free Oxygen cylinders to isolated rural patients, saving numerous lives when hospital beds were unavailable. Witnessing many impoverished villagers dying simply because they could not afford treatment or travel to urban hospitals, Vivek pivoted to frontline emergency relief.
· Free
Life Support: He began sourcing and providing oxygen cylinders completely
free of charge to critically ill patients in home isolation across the villages
of Bodh Gaya and wider Bihar.
· A New Lease on Life: By personally delivering oxygen to those who had been left behind by the medical system, he became a true "angel" to distressed patients and families in their darkest hours, earning the permanent moniker "Oxygen Man of Bihar."
Sister Blue Lotus distributing Oxygen Tank
Global Recognition & A Circle of Support
Vivek's dedication has inspired a powerful network of local international solidarity. His work has caught the attention of high-profile leaders and global communities.
· Presidential
Encouragement: While serving as the Governor of Bihar, the former President
of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, personally met with Vivek, highly
praising his grassroots initiatives and encouraging him to keep pushing
forward.
· International Alliances: His efforts have been formally recognized by an official delegation from Vietnam, opening the doors to international support. When foreign tourists and pilgrims visiting the sacred land of Bodh Gaya learn about his missions, they frequently step forward to offer financial assistance.
Free Education
Vocational & Health Care Programs
His trust coordinates regular free medical, dental, and eye check-up camps alongside international healthcare organizations like the Sakya Care Foundation, USA. They also operate local sewing centers and computer literacy classes to empower youth.
A Dedicated Team: Today, this noble mission thrives thanks to the tremendous administrative, financial, and hands-on support of global co-leaders and donors, including Director Venerable Master Thich Minh Hanh, Deputy Director Cuc Thi Tran, Sister Blue Lotus, Crystal Lau, Kimberly Nguyen, Bobby and Dr. Anand.
Master Thich Minh Hanh
Through his organic reputation and unwavering commitment, Vivek Kumar Kalyan
continues to be a profound inspiration, proving how dedicated action can
transform entire communities.