Manipal Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre celebrates courage, resilience and the spirit of life
Mumbai/Kolkata: Cancer may change the course of life, but it does not have to define it. The journey through cancer is marked not only by treatment and recovery, but also by courage, resilience, emotional strength and the determination to continue living life to the fullest. Reinforcing this spirit, Manipal Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre organised the Cancer Warrior Sports Summit ~ Zindagi Zindabad, bringing together cancer warriors in a celebration of movement, camaraderie, confidence and the triumph of the human spirit.
The summit was designed to create an environment where cancer warriors could step away from the clinical aspects of treatment and experience the joy of participation, interaction and togetherness. Through a series of engaging games and activities including carrom, chess, ring toss, brain teasers, jumbled words, antakshari, music and masti, the event highlighted the importance of staying active, mentally engaged and socially connected through the cancer journey. More than a sporting gathering, the summit served as a reminder that life during and after cancer can continue to be filled with purpose, laughter, hope and meaningful experiences.
The event brought together senior specialists from Manipal Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre, including Dr. Sourav Datta, Director, Manipal Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre, Broadway and Mukundpur Cluster, Kolkata; Dr. Neha Choudhary, Senior Consultant & HOD, Breast Surgery; Dr. Debanjali Datta, Associate Consultant, Radiation Oncology; Dr. Pooja Agarwal, Consultant, Breast Surgery; Dr. Rajib De, Clinical Lead & Senior Consultant, Clinical Haematology, Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant; Dr. Arunava Roy, Senior Consultant & Head, Gynaecological Oncology; Dr. Harsh Dhar, Senior Consultant & HOD, Head & Neck Surgery; and Dr. Kinshuk Chatterjee, Consultant, Head & Neck Surgery. The doctors participated in the summit and interacted with the cancer warriors, reinforcing the importance of holistic care that addresses not only the disease, but also the physical, emotional and social wellness of patients.
The event was also graced by Mehtab Hossain, former Indian footballer and respected midfielder known for his leadership and contribution to Indian football; Anjali Saraogi, an accomplished Indian ultramarathon runner celebrated for her endurance, determination and inspiring sporting journey; and Anup Kumar Das, Indian cricketer distinguished for his contribution to the sporting community. Their presence added to the energy and spirit of the occasion, inspiring participants to embrace an active lifestyle, celebrate fitness and continue pursuing their passions at every stage of life.
