About Me
Hi, I’m Srihari Naidu
A proud survivor of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), a type of blood cancer I was diagnosed with in 2012. After five intense cycles of chemotherapy and years of recovery, I emerged cancer-free in 2016. It was a tough journey, but I never gave up. Today, I’m living life fully—just like any other young adult—having completed my bachelor’s degree and now pursuing my MA in Economics.
CanKids was a pillar of support throughout my treatment and recovery—and now, as a member of their survivor chapter KCK (KidsCan Konnect), I’m giving back.
Before cancer, I was passionate about archery and carrom. Cancer changed my path, but not my spirit. I want every child battling cancer—and their parents—to know: hope is real, recovery is possible, and life after cancer can be full of dreams and achievements.
I need your help to make this run count. Every step I take is for children fighting cancer today. Every rupee you donate brings us closer to better care, support, and brighter futures.
But this story isn’t just mine.
This year, I’m running the Tata Mumbai Marathon Dream Run for the first time—alongside 30 incredible childhood cancer survivors. Each of us carries a story of courage, resilience, and hope. And we run not just for ourselves, but for every child still fighting.
Why We Run
We run to raise awareness.
We run to raise funds.
We run to remind the world that every child deserves a fighting chance.
These brave young fighters face unimaginable battles. But with your support, we can bring them healing, dignity, and joy. Your donation—no matter how small—can help provide treatment, emotional care, education, and a future.
Let’s spread the word, rally together, and say loud and clear:
Cancer Ko Dhishoom Dhishoom!
Appeal
Did you know that if a child has cancer in a high income country, their chances of survival are 80%. But in India, it is 35%. But it doesn't have to be that way. Founded in 2004 by Poonam Bagai, herself a cancer survivor, CanKids KidsCan - The National Society For Change For Childhood Cancer In India aims to change that.
CanKids partners with hospitals, medical professionals, and state governments to move India towards 100% access2care & higher survival rates for children with cancer. They enable best standards of treatment, care and support across 141 partner centers in 53 cities and 22 states of India. Catering to primarily underprivileged families, CanKids serves the underserved, ensuring avoidance of financial hardship.
CanKids increases survival rates by driving early detection, diagnosis & referral & partnering with the government and stakeholders to pioneer online support and care reaching remote corners of India.
Your donation goes towards medical treatment, blood work, nutrition, counselling, education of a child with cancer. Together we can bring light into dark and shine the way for more children with cancer to #surviveandthrive.
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