Nita Ambani inaugurates cancer and dialysis centre ‘Jeevan’ in memory of father Ravindrabhai Dalal

Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai expanded its specialised healthcare infrastructure this week with the launch of the Jeevan, dedicated to cancer and dialysis care. The inauguration, led by Reliance Foundation Founder and Chairperson Nita Ambani, coincides with the institution’s 10th anniversary.. The event was attended by Purnima Dalal, Nita Ambani’s mother sister Mamtha Dalal,. Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries Limited, was also present along with other family members at the ceremony.

The new facility stands as a personal tribute to Nita Ambani’s late father, Ravindrabhai Dalal. Highlighting the values that underpin the new centre, she shared a personal reflection during the launch. "Jeevan is my dedication as a daughter to my father, Shri Ravindrabhai Dalal," she said. "Papa taught me that seva is the highest form of worship."

Since its inception a decade ago, the hospital has focused on making quality healthcare accessible, having served over 3.3 million patients, including 1.6 million children. The newly launched wing is designed to further this mission by integrating complex medical services.The hospital has an advanced oncology department offering chemotherapy and immunotherapy, as well as a dedicated dialysis unit. These services are backed by a round-the-clock critical care unit to ensure rigorous safety standards.

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A focal point of the infrastructure is the paediatric chemotherapy ward, which Nita Ambani described as being very close to her heart. The design of the ward marks a departure from typical clinical environments, utilising vibrant wall art of nature and animals to create a comforting atmosphere for children undergoing treatment.

Addressing the gathering, Nita Ambani acknowledged the resilience required by families navigating critical health challenges. "Every mother and every father thatwalks through these doors carries a weight no parent should ever have to bear. And every child who goes through this treatment is a brave little warrior," she stated.

The launch of Jeevan wing aims to address the growing need for specialised critical care in Mumbai while maintaining the hospital's core philosophy of patient-centric support. By combining advanced medical technology with compassionate design, the facility seeks to ensure that patients return home with renewed health and hope.