The Gift of Life: Inspiring Stem Cell Donor Stories
One match. One decision. One life saved.
Every transplant begins with hope—and with a donor willing to give it. In these real-life stories, you’ll discover the courage and compassion behind stem cell donation. From first match to final follow-up, these journeys celebrate resilience, generosity, and the incredible power of human connection.
Ram Kishan: A Beacon of Hope and Dedication in the Mission to Save Lives
“I feel so privileged to have got the opportunity to add donors to DATRI’s registry and it has added a meaning to my life.” This is how Ram Kishan opens up about his association and voluntary work with DATRI. Ram Kishan, hailing from Anupgarh in Rajasthan, embarked...
The Critical Timing and Options for Blood Stem Cell Transplants in Thalassemia Major: Insights from Dr. Revathi Raj
Introduction Thalassemia Major is a hereditary blood disorder that affects the production of healthy red blood cells. For patients and their families, one of the most significant decisions they face is determining the right time for a blood stem cell...
Kamal Kant: A Beacon of Hope in Golu Ka Mor
Kamal Kant, the cheerful 18-year-old from Ferozepur, Punjab, has recently achieved a remarkable feat that has brought immense pride to his village, Golu Ka Mor. Kamal, with a heart as light as his spirit, has become one of the youngest blood stem cell donors, carrying...
Celebrating Life – Life Savers meet their Recipients Whose Life They Saved at a Donor Recipient Meet organized by DATRI & Kiran Super Specialty Hospital
In a heartwarming celebration of the invaluable gift of life through a Blood Stem Cell donation, DATRI and Kiran Super Specialty Hospital in Surat organized a Donor and Recipient Meet in Surat on 27th December, 2023.. This event provided a unique platform for donors...
“Miracle Match”- How Sandra Keloth Found Her Long-Lost Brother Through her Blood Stem Cell Donation.
In 2022, at the College of Engineering in Thalassery, Kerala, DATRI-India's largest Blood Stem Cell Donors Registry conducted a donor drive that would forever change the life of Sandra Keloth. A second-year college student at the time, Sandra and her friends...
Be the Ray of Hope for Shivam!
7-year-old Shivam Kokane, from Pune, is an incredibly cheerful child who adores outdoor activities. However, enjoying the outdoors has become a challenge for this young boy due to a rare and debilitating condition he faces. Shivam suffers from congenital...
Dr Revathi Raj Speaks to DATRI about Thalassemia and Managing the Blood Disorder
Dr. Revathi provides a comprehensive overview of how thalassemia affects individuals and their families. In a question answer session with DATRI, Dr. Revathi’s highlights the challenges faced by families dealing with thalassemia, the importance of medical care and...
Enriching Volunteering Experience With Datri-Spreading Hope And 3 Saving Lives
I am delighted to share my enriching volunteering experience with all of you. As a dedicated volunteer of DATRI, I have had the privilege of contributing to various workshops, drives, awareness campaigns, and more, aimed at making a significant difference in the lives...
The True Meaning of Raksha Bandhan: A Life-Giving Bond
Raksha Bandhan, a festival that resonates with every corner of India, a celebration that encapsulates the profound connection between a brother and sister. It's not merely a thread tied around a wrist, but a pledge of love, care, and protection. However, for me,...
Finding Hope in Tragedy: Dr. Fazeela’s Journey to Raise Awareness about Blood Stem Cell Donation
Life for Dr. Fazeela took a tragic turn after her husband, Dr. Abdul Shameem, passed away due to blood cancer. He was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in March this year. His best chance of survival was a bone marrow transplant, for which a matching blood...
A VOLUNTEER’S PERSONAL JOURNEY- THE NEED FOR BONE MARROW DONORS
I have registered myself as a bone marrow donor, fully aware of the potential impact it can have on someone's life. When my own son, a promising engineering student, was diagnosed with blood cancer, our world turned upside down. We sought treatment at various esteemed...
A Remarkable Journey of Resilience: Sachin Kumar’s Triumph Over Adversity
"Sachin Kumar is a boy with immense grit and willpower, with a positive outlook to life, it is commendable on how a child who went through a major transplant did so well and came out with flying colors. “this is how Dr. Manas Kalra, Pediatric Hematologist , describes...
FUNDS MATTER FOR SAVING LIVES THROUGH BLOOD STEM CELL DONATION
2013, shall be remembered by the development sector as a significant year that marked the beginning of businesses operating for the larger societal good, extending beyond their sole profit agenda. The implementation of the Companies Act in 2013 made it mandatory for...
A Life-Giving Journey: Abhishek Babu Nair’s Selfless Bone Marrow Donation
“I knew I had a job to do, and I just went about doing it," nonchalantly shared 23-year-old Abhishek Babu Nair, reflecting on his bone marrow donation. It all began during his first year of college in 2019 when DATRI set up a donor registration camp at the National...
A Status of Thalassemia in India: A Wake Up Call for Action
3-year-old Tanush Poddar has been diagnosed with Thalassemia Major, a blood disorder that requires him to undergo frequent blood transfusion every 15 days which often leaves him drained of energy. Despite his love for school and hot wheels Tanush’s condition has...
Beating Thalassemia- My Life-Saving Donation
At the age of 18, while I was still in school, I made a decision that has been the best one of my life so far-and also a life-saving one. I was in the 12th standard at The Cambrian School in Ayodhya when a camp was organized by DATRI-India’s largest Blood Stem Cell...
Proud to be a Woman Lifesaver!
This International Women’s Day I feel blessed honoured to be a woman for I am not only a Life Giver but a Lifesaver too! God has given women the gift to bring a new life into the world but I am privileged to have got the double gift of not only bringing a life into...
“I have miles to go before I sleep” – Jhanvi Ghode
I am Jhanvi Ghode from Kolhapur, Maharashtra. I am 14 years old and till a year back I would just tell people that I just want to survive. When I was three months old I was diagnosed with Thalassemia Major. We hail from a very humble background and for my...
The Best Cake Ever World Marrow Donor Day Celebration 2022
I was just about a week-old at DATRI. As a newbie I was trying to understand my work and how to go about. This was when in the office one day, the Marketing and Communication team along with the HR called all the staff and announced that we were going to do an...
Ray of Hope
1.8 years ago my brother was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia with myeloid sarcoma, one of the rarest forms of AML. He relapsed even after 7 cycles of chemotherapy! When every door shuts, all you need is some light sneaking through the edges, just enough to...