When care is out of reach, survival becomes uncertain

These are the words of Akshay Kumar Mishra, a humble priest from Aurangabad, Bihar. For years, Akshay has performed puja path, seeking blessings for his community. But today, his world is shrouded in darkness. His middle son, 8-year-old Pritam, is battling a life-threatening form of cancer, and the family is running out of time.
The Nightmare Began with a “Simple” Stomach Ache
On March 13th, what seemed like a routine stomach ache turned into a parent’s worst nightmare. In their village in Bihar, local doctors initially dismissed it as “gas pain.” But the pain wouldn’t stop. It was sharp, relentless, and terrifying. An ultrasound later revealed a devastating truth: a mass was growing in Pritam’s intestines.
A Desperate Race for Survival
From the quiet streets of Fesarthana to the busy hospitals of Ranchi, and finally to AIIMS, Pritam’s family has traveled hundreds of miles. However, due to the extreme urgency and his deteriorating condition, Pritam has now been shifted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi.
He is currently under the specialized care of Dr. Anupam Sachdeva and Dr. Manas Kalra. The medical team has estimated that the total cost for his intensive chemotherapy and life-saving treatment will be ₹20 Lakhs.
The Barrier between Pritam and Life
For a father who earns a modest, seasonal income as a priest—barely making ₹1–1.5 Lakhs a year—this amount is an impossible mountain to climb. Pritam is in a critical state, and every hour counts. Dream Girl Foundation is standing by Pritam, but we need your immediate support to ensure his treatment doesn’t stop.