When a heart stops, the next 4 minutes decide everything.

On the occasion of World Heart Day, Guru Kripa Foundation, in association with Radio Mirchi Hyderabad, organized a Hands on Heart awareness session led by Dr. Anita Bhalla. Participants learned the fundamentals of Hands-Only CPR and practical emergency response steps: Check, Call for help, and Start CPR. The initiative highlighted how timely action and a life-saving skill anyone can learn can make a difference.

Guru Kripa Foundation conducted a CPR & First Aid Awareness Program for around 350 students at Vandana Junior & Degree College. The session introduced students to essential CPR and first aid techniques, emphasizing the importance of staying calm, recognizing emergencies, and taking timely action. The program was supported by Vinuthna Namburu, K. Kavya Keerthika, K. Lekhana Bharathi, P. Muralikrishna Reddy, and Shivakumar V., helping spread life-saving awareness among young people and build safer, better-prepared communities.

Guru Kripa Foundation successfully conducted a community medical camp at Khairatabad Bada Ganesh under the guidance of Dr. Anita Bhalla. The initiative provided medical consultations and free medicines to community members, helping make essential healthcare more accessible. Through this effort, the foundation reaffirmed its commitment to community well-being and ensuring that care reaches those who need it most.

Dr. Anita Bhalla, Founder of GuruKripa Foundation, participated in an interactive session with nurses from different cadres, focusing on patient safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement in healthcare practices. The programme encouraged knowledge sharing and highlighted the importance of awareness, adherence to quality standards, and attention to detail in delivering safer, higher-quality patient care. A Rangoli activity added a creative dimension to the event, symbolizing teamwork, participation, and a shared commitment to quality and patient safety. Through such initiatives, GuruKripa Foundation continues to promote learning and awareness among healthcare professionals.

Guru Kripa Foundation conducted a CPR & First Aid Awareness Program at Delhi International School, Kompally, reaching around 120 students. The session emphasized the importance of learning CPR, staying calm during emergencies, and responding confidently when someone needs immediate help. Organized in association with the Rotaract Club, OMC, the program was supported by P. V. Pooja Naidu, Vinuthna Namburu, Murali Krishna Reddy Palle, Parmeeth Teki, and Mrs. Moushumi Pradeep. Through initiatives like these, Guru Kripa Foundation continues to promote life-saving awareness among young people and encourage a generation that is prepared to respond responsibly during emergencies.

More than 500 medical students participated in an intensive Basic Life Support and CPR training program, gaining practical emergency response skills under expert guidance.

GuruKripa Foundation distributed umbrellas to hospital staff and security personnel as a heartfelt gesture of appreciation for their dedicated and continuous service.

Large-scale CPR awareness event promoting immediate response during cardiac emergencies through practical demonstrations and citizen engagement.

225 students from 24+ medical colleges attended an intensive hands-on surgical skills workshop conducted by expert doctors from OGH, MNJ, KIMS, and OMC.

Hands-on CPR and emergency response training for 1(T) Naval Unit NCC cadets to develop leadership, discipline, and life-saving skills.

Under the guidance of Dr. Anita Bhalla, Guru Kripa Foundation organized and supported CPR and First Aid awareness initiatives in collaboration with Aarogya Bharati, Telangana. The CPR Training Workshop held on 24 December 2024, led by Dr. Srikanth and the Aarogya Bharati team, focused on equipping participants with essential life-saving skills and the confidence to respond effectively during emergencies. Through initiatives like Hands-on-Heart, the foundation continues to promote CPR awareness and encourage communities to take timely action when every second matters.

Guru Kripa Foundation organized and conducted a CPR & Basic Health Awareness Camp for the Sangat at Gurudwara Sangat Sahib, Alwal, in collaboration with Bakshi Hospital. The initiative featured hands-on CPR demonstrations and basic health screenings, helping participants understand essential life-saving skills and the importance of preventive healthcare. Active participation from the Sangat reflected a shared commitment to emergency preparedness and community well-being. Through such initiatives, Guru Kripa Foundation continues to make life-saving knowledge and basic healthcare awareness accessible to communities, empowering people to respond confidently during emergencies.

After remaining non-functional for 13 years, the Cardiothoracic Surgery Department at Government General & Chest Hospital, Hyderabad, was revived through a crowdfunding initiative. This milestone reflects the dedication and efforts of Dr. Anita Bhalla, Professor and Head of the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, along with supporters and contributors who helped make the revival possible. The initiative aims to restore access to essential cardiothoracic surgical services, bringing renewed hope to patients who require specialized heart and chest care, particularly those from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. This achievement highlights the power of collective support, medical leadership and community participation in strengthening public healthcare.