Dr. Indu Khosla launches ‘Punya Kaarya Foundation’ to provide Affordable Medical Care to Underprivileged Children

 

Mumbai: Dr. Indu Khosla, a renowned Paediatrician, Director - of Dr. Indu's New Born & Child Care Centre, showcases and fulfills an unwavering commitment to the well-being of children by announcing the launch of the “Punya Kaarya Foundation” a nonprofit organization that aims to provide affordable and free medical care and support to underprivileged children, ensuring that they have access to essential healthcare services and counseling in various parts of Maharashtra. The trustees of the ‘Punya Kaarya Foundation’ include Dr. Indu Khosla, Dr. Sanjeev Khosla, Mr. Bharat Kapoor, and Mr. Sunil Dhawan. Chief Guests Dr. Armida Fernandez and Dr. Anand Parihar with guests of honor along with Kavi Narayan Agrawal, Ms. Kavita Seth, Mr. Arijit Singh, and Ms. Harshdeep Kaur together came forward to formally launch this noble initiative. The ceremony was hosted by RJ Salil, and there were musical performances by Mr. Chintamani Sohoni and Mrs. Priyani Vani.

Dr. Armida Fernandez, Rtd. Dean of L.T.M.G Hospital, Sion, Founder of 1st Breast Milk Bank in the country, Founder of Trustee Sneha India Society for National Education and Health Action, and Founder of Romila Palliative Care Centre mentioned how doing camps like these come with challenges and she has faced it even for her work but she feels Dr. Khosla will be able to follow her dream and fulfill what she wants to do.

Singer Harshdeep Kaur said, “It’s a privilege to be a part of a foundation like this which aims at fulfilling the health needs of children and perhaps they need it the most as the future of this country. It is unparalleled what Dr. Khosla intends to do and she will wholeheartedly support the cause and foundation.”

Dr. Indu Khosla, the driving force behind the Punya Kaarya Foundation, expressed her passion for the cause, stating, "We started our journey initially by doing multiple health camps and patient awareness programs for a variety of illnesses like Asthma, Tuberculosis Diabetes, etc. During COVID, our team was joined by like-minded individuals and corporates and together we strengthened COVID centers by providing Ventilators, PPE kits, and other accessory equipment required for the care of patients. Every child deserves access to quality healthcare, regardless of their socio-economic background. Through the Punya Kaarya Foundation, we aim to create an inclusive healthcare environment where every child's well-being is prioritized and their treatment is done with utmost urgency and care. I am happy that support has been pouring in since the announcement of this foundation and we hope to achieve newer milestones every year being able to provide affordable medical needs for a sizeable number of children year after year.”

‘Punya Kaarya Foundation' aims to reduce the financial burden on families, ensuring that no child goes without essential medical care. Recognizing the importance of health, the foundation will launch health awareness and medical evaluation campaigns to empower parents and caregivers with knowledge about child health and nutrition. “Last month on June 18, we organized a free medical care camp in Karjat to treat underprivileged children wherein more than 70 children were seen by a team of pediatricians and paramedics. Most children were severely malnourished. Others were seen with birth defects involving the heart and musculoskeletal system, respiratory diseases, and a variety of other diseases. Some of them need immediate surgeries which have already been organized” she added.

www.punyakaaryafoundation.org