“‘Live and let live’ has been the guiding principle of my life. But over the years, I realized that sometimes living by those words means stepping forward to help others live healthier, fuller lives.
My name is Chandrakant Agarwal. While I built my career in business and serve as Chairman of the Navadurga Group of Industries, I always felt a deep responsibility to give back to society in a meaningful way. That sense of responsibility led me to the Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society (TSCS), a cause that has become the most vital part of my life.
When TSCS was founded in 1998 by a group of patients, doctors, philanthropists, and well-wishers, the goal was to ensure that no child suffering from thalassemia or sickle cell disease is denied treatment because of circumstances beyond their control. Serving as the President of this society, I have seen what began as a small effort grow into the world’s largest standalone thalassemia facility, operating as a lifeline for thousands of families.
Over the years, I have witnessed extraordinary courage. I have seen children who depend on regular blood transfusions face life with remarkable resilience. I have met parents who travel long distances carrying hope as their only certainty. Their strength constantly reminds me why this work matters.
Today, TSCS supports thousands of children through comprehensive, entirely free-of-cost care that includes blood transfusions, advanced diagnostic services, genetic counselling, and research-driven treatment at our specialized facilities. Our mission has expanded beyond Hyderabad and Telangana, reaching communities across the country through partnerships, day-care extensions, and national awareness initiatives.
One of the greatest lessons this journey has taught me is that treatment alone is not enough. Awareness and prevention are equally important. Thalassemia and sickle cell disorders are preventable genetic conditions, yet countless families continue to discover them only after a child is born. Promoting mandatory antenatal screening, a simple HbA2 test, and public awareness can help spare future generations from avoidable suffering.
My dream is to see a future where no child has to suffer because of a preventable blood disorder—a truly Thalassemia-free India. Until then, our work continues—one child, one family, and one act of compassion at a time.”