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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]April 25: Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospitals in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Raipur, Chhattisgarh and Palwal, Haryana celebrated the completion of 30,000 free paediatric cardiac surgeries and interventions under the ‘Gift of Life’ programme in the presence of Chairman Dr C Sreenivas and Trustee and former Captain of the Indian cricket team Mr Sunil Gavaskar.
The completion of 30,000 paediatric cardiac surgeries and interventions at no cost to Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital highlights the hospital’s unwavering dedication to providing much-needed cardiac care to children across the country, regardless of financial constraints. In a country where childhood heart disease often poses not only medical concerns but also financial burdens, the hospital’s efforts resonate as a pulse of hope and humanity.
Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital has also launched India’s first free medical skills training programme at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Medical Skill Development Institute, offering a fully subsidised one-year programme for students in grades 10 or 12. Focusing on high-demand roles of medical and surgical assistants and allied medical skills in healthcare, the programme provides both technical training, skills development and personality development support to promote self-confidence and empowerment among the youth, especially from rural areas and socio-economically backward sections of the country.
Announcing the completion of 30,000 surgeries, Dr C Sreenivas, Chairman, Sri Sathya Sai Health Educational Trust, said, “Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani is built on the stories of 30,000 children with congenital heart diseases and their families from across the world. What began as a hospital 12 years ago, today is a social change movement in the service of the nation. These children will grow up to be contributing citizens of Vikasit Bharat, continuing the legacy of selfless love passed on through Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani.”
“We are also pleased to announce the launch of a completely free one-year programme for students who have completed 10th or 12th grade at our Skill Development Institute. The programme will educate, empower and make students employable in the healthcare sector with roles of Medical and Surgical Assistants and allied healthcare skills being in high demand. This is a nation building initiative by training rural youth in the healthcare sector,” added Dr C Sreenivas, Chairman, Sri Sathya Sai Health Education Trust.
Legendary cricketer and Trustee of Sathya Sai Health & Education Trust, Sunil Gavaskar, has sponsored hundreds of heart surgeries at Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital and is spreading stories of hope as the brand ambassador for the initiative. Reflecting on the achievement, he said, “I consider this the third and most fulfilling innings of my life as these children are getting a new healthy future through these completely free surgeries performed at Sai Sanjeevani Hospital. These children may become successful sportspeople, artists or world leaders in the future. I invite everyone to be a part of this transformational journey.”
Over 300,000 babies are born with heart disease every year in India, and heart disease is the leading cause of infant deaths, with many often going untreated. Of these, around 50,000 babies require urgent intervention within the first year of life. Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital’s achievement of performing 30,000 surgeries and interventions completely free of charge is more than just a milestone; it has given 30,000 children back their childhood and allowed their families to breathe freely. Fueled by the compassion of donors and the dedication of staff, the hospital’s impact has spread across 30 states and union territories in India, and 18 countries worldwide. The hospital’s “free” care removes a huge financial burden from families and ensures comprehensive support from pre- to post-op. Beyond medical prowess, the hospital practices radical love, fostering true connections and healing not just the heart, but the entire family.
About Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital:
Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital is a billing-counter-free centre that has been providing world-class pediatric cardiac care completely free of charge since its inception 12 years ago. It provides a haven of hope and healing, offering life-saving pediatric cardiac care including surgery and post-operative care free of charge. It follows Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s philosophy of selfless service. With centres across India, the hospital has become synonymous with hope for families affected by congenital heart diseases and embodies the vision that healthcare is a right and not a privilege.
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