SRV Medi Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 25: Sri Satya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital in Mumbai, Maharashtra; Raipur, Chhattisgarh; Palwal, Haryana celebrated the completion of 30,000 free pediatric heart surgeries and interventions under the “Gift of Life” program in the presence of Chairman Dr. C. Srinivas and Trustee and former Captain of the Indian Cricket Team, Shri Sunil Gavaskar. The cost of pediatric cardiac surgical interventions at Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital highlights their steadfast dedication to providing much-needed cardiac care to children across the country, despite financial constraints. In a country where a child's heart disease often brings not only medical concerns but also financial burdens, the hospital's efforts resonate with the heartbeat of hope and humanity. Sri Satya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital also launched India's first free healthcare skills training program at the Sri Satya Sai Sanjeevani Healthcare Skill Development Institute, offering a fully funded, one-year program for 10th or 12th class students. Focused on the high-demand role of medical and surgical assistants and allied health care skills in health care, this program provides technical training, skill development and personality development support, especially to socio-economically backward areas, across the country. Promotes self-confidence and empowerment among rural youth.Announcing the completion of 30,000 surgeries, Dr C Srinivas, Chairman, Sri Satya Sai Health and Education Trust, said, “Sri Satya Sai Sanjeevan today is built on 30,000 stories of children with congenital heart disease and their families from around the world. What started as a hospital after 12 years is back today as a social transformative movement. These children will become contributing citizens of a developed India, carrying forward the legacy of selfless love that they have received from Sri Satya Sa. Received through Sanjeevani.'' Announce the launch of a completely free one-year program for students who have completed 10th or 12th class at our Skill Development Institute to educate-empower and employ students in the healthcare sector. Qualified, in which Medical and Surgical Assistant and allied healthcare skills are in high demand.This is an initiative of nation building by skilling the rural youth in the healthcare sector.'' Dr. C. Srinivas, Chairman, Senior Satya Sai Health and Education Trust further said, Sunil Gavaskar, the great cricketer and Trustee of Sri Satya Sai Health and Education Trust. , who have sponsored hundreds of people. Heart Surgery at Satya Sa Sanjeevani, serves as the brand ambassador of this cause, amplifying stories of hope. Reflecting on the achievement he said, “I consider this the third most gratifying innings of my life because these children are getting a new lease of health. Through these completely free surgeries being performed at Sai Sanjeevani Hospital, these children are looking forward to the future. Can become successful athletes/players, artists or world leaders.I would urge everyone to be a part of this transformational journey.
More than 300,000 babies are born with heart disease every year in India, making it a leading cause of infant mortality, often inaccessible to many. About 50,000 of these infants require urgent intervention within their first year. Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospitals' achievement of making 30,000 surgeries and interventions completely free is not just a milestone: it is 30,000 children regaining their childhood and families breathing freely. Driven by Dono's compassion and the dedication of the staff, his impact extends across the country to 3 states and union territories in India and eighteen countries globally.Their 'free' care removes the severe financial burden for families ensuring holistic support from before to after the operation. Beyond medical skills the hospital symbolizes radical love in action, fostering real relationships and healing not just hearts, but entire families. About Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital is a center providing world-class pediatric cardiac care, completely free of charge, without any billing charges. For last 12 years since establishment. They provide a haven of hope and healing, providing free life-saving pediatric cardiac care, including surgical and post-operative care.They are guided by Sri Sathya Sai Baba's philosophy of selfless service, with centers across India, they have become synonymous with hope for families facing congenital heart disease, embodying the vision that health care should be right. Yes, not a privilege. For more information on how you can contribute or volunteer, please visit https://srisathyasaisanjeevani.org/