Ujwal Vitthal Bahad from Maharashtra spent much of his childhood in hospitals after being diagnosed with beta thalassemia major in infancy, requiring regular blood transfusions and undergoing a splenectomy at the age of six.
Sankalp India Foundation welcomed the team from Alvarez & Marsal India for a heartwarming Christmas celebration filled with warmth, laughter and festive spirit. The visit brought moments of joy and togetherness for the children, making the season truly special.
The day came alive with Santa Claus distributing gifts, followed by cake cutting, music and cheerful dance. Every interaction was marked by smiles and excitement, creating an atmosphere of celebration and belonging.
On 12 December, Sankalp India Foundation welcomed a team from HP for a day centred on empathy, connection and shared purpose. The visit was inspired by an HP team member who had earlier spent time at the Foundation and encouraged colleagues to experience the work first-hand.
The day began with conversations and a guided tour of the Blood Centre, Child Care Home and Day Care facilities. The team gained insight into how regular treatment, structured care and collective effort support children living with thalassemia and sickle cell disease.
Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur formalised a Memorandum of Understanding with Sankalp India Foundation to strengthen antenatal screening services, in the presence of Dean Dr. Ravi Chauhan and Head of Department Dr. Alka Patankar. This partnership marks an important step in expanding early screening and timely diagnosis, helping identify genetic blood disorders at the earliest possible stage.
Jalaram Day Care Centre in Ahmedabad successfully organised a blood donation camp with the active support of parents and caregivers, resulting in the collection of 178 units of blood. In a powerful reflection of shared responsibility, five patients themselves stepped forward as volunteers to help organise the drive, reinforcing the deep sense of ownership and resilience within the community.
Dr. Mohana Reddy represented Sankalp India Foundation at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting, one of the world’s most influential platforms in hematology, by presenting a scientific poster.
The presentation highlighted Sankalp’s sustained work in research, innovation, and evidence-based care, particularly in hematology and stem cell transplantation, demonstrating how on-ground clinical practice informs and strengthens scientific inquiry.
Grant Thornton has been a long-term supporter of Sankalp India Foundation, consistently contributing through regular blood drives and CSR initiatives. Their unwavering commitment has helped sustain treatment and care for children living with thalassemia and other blood disorders.
On 5th December, Grant Thornton organised a blood donation drive in partnership with Sankalp, which was met with enthusiastic participation. A total of 171 units of blood were collected, providing essential support for patients who rely on regular transfusions to survive
2025 was a landmark year for Sankalp India Foundation, a year when compassion became a measurable impact and every new milestone brought India closer to freedom from thalassemia and sickle cell disease. Across its core programs of Prevention, Management, and Cure, Sankalp continued to blend science, service, and empathy to reach more children and families than ever before.
Beginning the Year with Purpose
The year began with renewed energy and clear goals. January saw strong achievements from the year before:
Siva Kumar Naik was devastated when his baby, K. Bavya Bai, was diagnosed with Thalassemia Major. With no knowledge of the condition, his family endured months of confusion, fear, and hospital visits, struggling to find proper care.
Pujitha was a healthy baby until her parents noticed her pale complexion and hardened abdomen. A hospital visit confirmed that she had Thalassemia Major. With little guidance, they struggled to manage her condition, leaving her hemoglobin dangerously low and her ferritin levels soaring to 5000.
Hope arrived in the form of Sankalp India Foundation, our experts were able to guide her treatment. She received Super Transfusion Therapy and double chelation treatment. Today, her ferritin has dropped to 3000, and she’s thriving, with energy levels to rival any other child her age.
A family ditched the traditional party and instead chose
