Bhaskar Vittal Karkera

About Me

Hi, my name is Bhaskar Vittal Karkera.
On 18th January 2026, I’ll be running the Tata Mumbai Marathon once again—not just as a runner, but as a voice for children bravely battling cancer across India.

We run not only for ourselves, but for every child still fighting for their tomorrow.

I believe children are always the future, and every donation has the power to drive this disease out of their lives—making the purpose even more impactful. CanKids KidsCan is doing extraordinary work to support these young warriors, and with your help, we can give them a fighting chance.

No contribution is too small. Even what you might spend on a family dinner could mean the world to a child in need.

Let’s unite to spread hope, share strength, and shout loud and proud: **Cancer Ko Dhishoom Dhishoom!**

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Did you know that if a child has cancer in the USA, their chances of survival are 80 to 90%. 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, CanKidsKidsCan - The National Society For Change For Childhood Cancer In India aims to change that. Creating real and visible impact CanKids has driven access to care for kids with cancer from 29% to 53% by 2025, with a goal of 100% access, 100% financial protection, and 60% survival by 2030.

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.

Your donation goes towards medical treatment, blood work, nutrition, counseling, 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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