Celebrating Excellence
Dr. Ravi Kannan Honored with CNN-NEWS18 Indian of the Year Award for Social Change
Celebrating Excellence:
Dr. Ravi Kannan Honored with CNN-NEWS18 Indian of
the Year Award for Social Change
About the Awards
Currently in its 13th edition, the CNN-News18 Indian of the Year Awards is an esteemed initiative that highlights individuals making remarkable contributions across diverse fields, leaving a lasting impact on the nation.
Since its inception in 2006, this prestigious award has gained credibility in the world of News television. Past honorees include PM Narendra Modi, Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra, Virat Kohli, the Indian Women’s cricket team, and many others.
Dr. Kannan's Recognition for Social Change
In a moment of pride for Cachar Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, our Director, Dr. Ravi Kannan, has been honored with the CNN-News18 Indian of the Year Award for Social Change. This recognition is a testament not just to his unwavering commitment but to every single person at Cachar and beyond who has played a crucial role in advancing our mission of making cancer care accessible and affordable.
Dr. Kannan's Recognition for Social Change
In a moment of pride for Cachar Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, our Director, Dr. Ravi Kannan, has been honored with the CNN-News18 Indian of the Year Award for Social Change. This recognition is a testament not just to his unwavering commitment but to every single person at Cachar and beyond who has played a crucial role in advancing our mission of making cancer care accessible and affordable.
During his acceptance speech at the Indian of the Year Awards, Dr. Ravi Kannan expressed gratitude on behalf of the collective efforts at Cachar Cancer Hospital & Research Centre. He emphasized that the award represents a collaborative mission involving the community, dedicated staff, and society. Reflecting on the hospital’s origins, Dr. Kannan acknowledged the founders’ perseverance in addressing a local deficit in cancer care. When asked about advice for young doctors, he encouraged a focus on the healing profession, highlighting life as an infinite journey where each contribution leaves a lasting positive impact.
Why Donate to Cachar Cancer Hospital And Research Centre?
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And Research Centre?
And Research Centre?
80%
of CCHRC’s patients are daily wage workers, agricultural and tea garden labourers.
45%
live in kaccha houses.
45%
Earn Rs.10000 or less per month.
37%
of the 59% above earn Rs.6000 or less per month.
80%
of have family sizes of over five members
75%
of patients are treated for free or at subsidised charges at CCHRC
Words of Wisdom
Dr. Ravi Kannan on Healing and Humanity
Words of Wisdom
Dr. Ravi Kannan on Healing and Humanity
“Life is an infinite journey; all of us are just passengers in that road called life. We travel, some people travel with us and drop off, we travel longer, and then we drop off, and others will continue what we were doing. In this, all that will remain is the change that we have brought about, the people and other living beings that are living a little better because we lived here. Because ultimately, life is all about being and distributing happiness.”
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