GREMALTES (Greater Madras Leprosy Treatment and Health Education Scheme) was set up in April 1971 in partnership with the Government with the objective of creating leprosy awareness in the community, early diagnosis, appropriate treatment and care and rehabilitation assistance for the needy patients. GREMALTES was registered under the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act in the year 1978.
"Leprosy work is not merely medical relief; it is transforming the frustration in life into the joy of dedication, personal ambition into selfless service"
-Mahatma Gandhi