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Collaborative Efforts to Advance Early Cancer Detection Discussion held at Jhumpura CHC Meeting Hall with ANMs, CHOs, Medical Officer In Charge, LHV and BDM focusing on the implementation and strengthening of Community Based Assessment Checklist screening for early detection of cancer at the sector level. The session emphasised coordinated field level execution, timely identification of high risk individuals, and strengthening referral pathways to improve outcomes through early diagnosis and intervention. Support the Mission

Launch of Early Cancer Screening Initiative in Bolangir District Odisha We successfully rolled out the Early Cancer Screening Initiative, at Ghasian Community Health Centre (CHC), situated in Patnagarh block, Bolangir district of Odisha, on the 8th of June 2026. As part of our visit the 2HT team, had a very fruitful discussion with the District Magistrate and Collector Bolangir, Shri Gaurav Shivaji Isalwar, IAS, Dr. Pushpanjali Mishra, the Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) Bolangir, and Shri Rajeshwar Rao Patnaik, District Program Manager (DPM), NHM Bolangir. The meeting focused on reviewing the outputs and outcomes of the program, operational planning, implementation timelines, capacity building, and long term strategies, to strengthen community based cancer screening, early detection of cancer and other Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), and a fast track referral, diagnosis and treatment process. The deliberations reinforced a shared commitment towards establishing a sustainable model, for early cancer detection, ensuring timely identification, referral, and management of individuals at risk, while strengthening public health systems at the grassroots level.We are delighted with the support we received from the district authorities and look forward to working closely in gradually scaling up the program, to all the 14 blocks of the district. The pilot will cover a population of around 25000 people, under 5 sub-centres, of Ghasian Primary Health Centre (PHC). Support the Mission

A significant milestone in Odisha’s journey towards strengthening early cancer detection. On 08 June 2026, a review and rollout meeting was conducted at CHC Ghasipura, marking the second block level implementation following the successful initiation in Jhumpura Block, Keonjhar. The meeting brought together ASHAs, CHOs, ANMs, and other key stakeholders who will play a pivotal role in advancing community based cancer screening and improving the quality of Community Based Assessment Checklist (CBAC) data collection. The discussions focused on strengthening field level implementation, enhancing the accuracy of risk assessment, and ensuring timely identification and referral of individuals at risk. Through collective commitment and capacity building, this initiative aims to bring early detection closer to communities and improve cancer outcomes across Odisha.Early detection saves lives. Strong communities make it possible. Support the Mission

Orientation Session for Healthcare Workers at Jhumupra CHC Orientation session conducted for ANMs, CHOs, Male Health Workers, and Supervisors at Rajiv Gandhi Seva Kendra, Balibandha Sector, Jhumupra CHC, focusing on strengthening grassroots capacity for organised healthcare delivery and early disease detection.The session emphasised coordinated teamwork, community engagement, and effective implementation of public health initiatives at the field level, reinforcing preparedness for improved primary healthcare outcomes. Support the Mission

Productive Interaction with Krishna Prasad Tenneti A productive interaction with Krishna Prasad Tenneti, former Director General of Police, Telangana, and Member of Parliament representing the Bapatla Constituency, Andhra Pradesh, who also serves on the Panel of Chairpersons of the Lok Sabha. The meeting focused on exploring the piloting of an Early Cancer Screening Programme in Bapatla, modelled on the community based screening initiatives currently being implemented in Odisha. The discussion was followed by an extensive deliberation with Madam Tenneti on developing an effective implementation framework suited to local public health needs. We look forward to working closely with the KP Foundation, the Government of Andhra Pradesh, and the Bapatla district administration to design a robust strategy aimed at strengthening early detection and improving cancer outcomes at the community level. Support the Mission

Dr Ravi Kannan Honored for Advancing Community-Centred Cancer Care and Equitable Oncology Services Dr Ravi Kannan was felicitated by officials of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University on 18 April 2026 in Bhubaneswar, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to community centred cancer care and advancing equitable oncology services. Support the Mission

Strengthening Community-Based Early Cancer Detection in Jhampura Block The 2HT initiative was rolled out in Jhampura Block, Keonjhar, with trained healthcare workers upskilled in Silchar, Assam, supported by dedicated volunteers working closely with ASHAs and CHOs to strengthen early cancer detection at the community level. The programme on Strengthening of CBAC for Early Detection and Treatment of Cancer was successfully conducted on 18 April 2026 at Jhumupura CHC Meeting Hall, Keonjhar, marking a significant step towards building a stronger grassroots cancer screening and care system. Support the Mission

An extensive consultative meeting was held at the Combined Health Directorate, bringing together leading healthcare dignitaries from across Odisha. The discussion focused on strengthening early cancer detection and building a more robust, coordinated system to improve diagnosis, accessibility, and patient outcomes across the state. Support the Mission

Journey with Cachar Cancer Care and Research Centre The journey with Cachar Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (CCHRC), under the leadership with Dr. Ravi Kannan, started in the summer of May 2024, with a visit to Silchar. We got a chance to visit the field, with the Cachar team, and had a first-hand experience, of the wonderful work, that they do at the community level. We were also lucky to see first-hand an early case of cancer, treated with thermal ablators, at the community health centre level. What followed was further visits, discussions with Dr. Kannan and a series of meetings at the highest level of the government machinery in Odisha, starting with the Hon’ble Deputy CM and the Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Health and Family Welfare (HFW), Govt., of Odisha, in April 2025, following which we had further meetings with the Hon’ble CM, Odisha and the Additional Chief Secretary-cum-Development Commissioner, Govt. of Odisha, in August 2025. This led to further discussions and presentations to the National Health Mission (NHM) Govt., of Odisha and the Director Public Health (DPH), in the months of September and November 2025. Finally we had a meeting with the Chief Secretary, Govt., of Odisha, in December 2025, and a field visit to the selected districts of Keonjhar and Bolangir, ending with a debrief meeting with the Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Health and Family Welfare (HFW). The implementation plan and strategy has been designed and chiseled, as a result of these discussions, at multiple levels, spread over the last two years. Support the Mission

Meeting with Odisha Deputy Chief Minister On 17 April 2025, the 2HT team met with Shri K. V. Singh Deo, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, led by the noted oncologist Padmashree Dr. Ravi Kannan, for an insightful discussion on strengthening cancer prevention through early detection in the state.The meeting focused on the implementation of screening-based early cancer detection program, on a pilot mode in selected blocks of Bolangir and Keonjhar districts, in Odisha.This interaction marked an important step in shaping the initial vision and foundation of 2HT’s work in the state, reinforcing a shared commitment towards advancing community healthcare. Support the Mission