TANKER Foundation

11/06/2026

Small gestures. Strong connections.

TANKER Foundation was honoured to have Hon. Health Minister Dr. Arun Raj with a TANKER mug at his Secretariat office on 9th June.

Over the years, our TANKER mugs have become a small symbol of appreciation, awareness, and the relationships built through our journey of serving people living with kidney disease.

Every conversation, every connection, and every act of support helps us move closer to our mission, making kidney care accessible for all.

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09/06/2026

A moment of blessings, encouragement, and renewed commitment.

TANKER Foundation Founder, Founder-Trustee & Chairman Dr. Georgi Abraham had the honour of meeting His Holiness the Dalai Lama at McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh, and receiving his blessings for TANKER Foundation’s continued service.

During the meeting, Dr. Georgi shared TANKER’s mission of providing free and subsidised dialysis, creating awareness about kidney disease, conducting screening camps, and supporting kidney research.

Recognising the need for accessible kidney care in underserved communities, TANKER Foundation is committed to supporting initiatives that bring dialysis care closer to those who need it most.

The blessings and encouragement from His Holiness inspire us to continue our journey of compassion, care, and service.

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07/06/2026

Strengthening access to dialysis care through collaboration and awareness. 💙

We were honoured to welcome Mr. Katta Ravi Teja, IAS, Commissioner, Coimbatore Corporation, to our TANKER Foundation Dialysis Unit.

During his visit, he reviewed the unit’s operations, dialysis facilities, patient utilisation, and the support being provided to the community. Discussions also focused on improving awareness and ensuring that more patients who need dialysis can access this facility.

At TANKER Foundation, we continue our commitment to making quality kidney care accessible, affordable, and available to those who need it most.

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02/06/2026

A step forward in expanding access to life-saving kidney care.

TANKER Foundation has installed a new haemodialysis machine at The Madras Medical Mission (MMM), Chennai, in memory of the late Dr. Rajan Hariharan, a distinguished professor of surgery and respected member of the medical fraternity.

Generously sponsored by Dr. Rajan Hariharan’s family and inaugurated by Dr. Sarojini Hariharan, the machine will help provide dialysis support to more underprivileged patients living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).

We thank the Hariharan family for their generosity and commitment to improving healthcare access for those in need.

Together, we continue to bring hope, dignity, and quality kidney care to more patients across our communities.

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31/05/2026

Dialysis that cares for your health and your wallet.
While private hospitals charge up to ₹2,500 per session, TANKER provides dialysis at just ₹375 and free for CMCHIS beneficiaries.

Along with treatment, we support patients with medications, investigations, and long-term care, because no one should choose between health and affordability.

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30/05/2026

27/05/2026

The TANKER Awareness and Prevention Program (TAPP) team of TANKER Foundation held a screening camp Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the Udhavum Ullangal Skill Development Centre, Chromepet, from which 52 women trainees and teachers benefitted. Dr. Kabilan guided the TAPP team of Mrs. Deepa, Mr. Hemeshwaran and Mrs. Ramapriya in conducting the camp.

Date: 20/5/2026
Place: Varadharajan Street, Nehru Nagar, Chromepet
Venue: Udhavum Ullangal Skill Development Centre, Chromepet
Number of participants: 52 trainees and teachers
Tests done: BMI, blood pressure, blood sugar, urine
Doctor: Dr. Kabilan
TAPP team: Mrs. Deepa, Mr. Hemeshwaran, Mrs. Ramapriya
Interns: 2 students from Madurai School of Social Work.

Remarks: A total of 52 participants benefited from the kidney health screening camp at the Udhavum Ullangal Skill Development Centre, Chromepet.
The screening camp identified 10 individuals with elevated blood sugar levels and four participants with high blood pressure.
Notably, all 10 high blood sugar cases and four high blood pressure cases were newly-diagnosed, indicating the presence of previously undetected, lifestyle-related health conditions among the participants.
Additionally, one participant showed abnormalities in the urine test, suggesting possible kidney-related concerns that require further medical evaluation. Based on the findings, 14 high-risk individuals were referred to the nearest primary health centre (PHC) for further assessment and follow-up treatment.
Dr. Kabilan also provided dietary guidance and health advice to all participants, emphasising the importance of healthy food habits, regular physical activity, adequate hydration and routine health check-ups to maintain overall well-being and prevent kidney-related diseases.
The programme helped create awareness about early detection and preventive healthcare among the women trainees and staff members of the skill development centre.

27/05/2026

An awareness programme was conducted by the TANKER Awareness and Prevention Program (TAPP) team of TANKER Foundation at the Udhavum Ullangal Skill Development Centre in Chromepet, Chennai, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, during which TAPP Program Coordinator, Mrs. Ramapriya, gave a detailed talk on maintaining kidney health.

Date: 20/5/2026
Place: Varadharajan Street, Nehru Nagar, Chromepet
Venue: Udhavum Ullangal Skill Development Centre, Chromepet
Number of participants: 54 trainees and teachers
TAPP speaker: Mrs. Ramapriya (Program Coordinator)

Remarks: In all, 54 women trainees and teachers participated in the awareness programme on kidney health conducted at the Udhavum Ullangal Skill Development Centre in Chromepet.
The introductory talk was given by intern, Ms. Jeyalakshmi, from Madurai Institute of Social Sciences.
Program Coordinator, Mrs. Ramapriya, delivered an informative talk focusing on the major causes of kidney diseases and their impact on women’s health. She explained how unhealthy food habits, lack of physical activity, stress, diabetes, high blood pressure and inadequate water intake can increase the risk of kidney-related problems among women.
The session also emphasised the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to prevent kidney diseases.
The participants were encouraged to follow balanced nutrition, do regular exercise, have proper hydration, do routine health check-ups and undertake stress management practices to improve overall health and kidney wellness.

27/05/2026

When living with kidney disease, what you eat can make a big difference.
Here are some simple Do’s & Don’ts to help manage your health better through food choices.

Remember: A balanced kidney-friendly diet = better energy, better outcomes.
Always talk to your renal dietitian before making changes!

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18/05/2026

An Immunology Laboratory was inaugurated at The Madras Medical Mission through funding support from Aptus Value Housing Finance India Limited and facilitated by TANKER Foundation. The objective of the initiative is to strengthen diagnostic services and extend vital healthcare support to economically-disadvantaged patients.
On Friday, May 15, 2026, Mr. M. Anandan, Founder & Executive Chairman of Aptus Value Housing Finance India Limited, and his wife, Mrs. Padma Anandan, inaugurated the new Immunology Laboratory.
TANKER Foundation Founder Trustee and Chairman, Dr. Georgi Abraham, stated that the laboratory was a “dream come true” and emphasised the importance of establishing such a specialised facility to support patient care and diagnosis. He also said the initiative marks another important milestone in improving access to quality healthcare services for patients requiring advanced diagnostic support.
The laboratory will significantly benefit patients by enabling timely and accurate immunological investigations. He added that the opportunity to set up this laboratory was now a reality thanks to the support and commitment of Aptus, MMM and TANKER.
Mr. Anandan mentioned that Aptus Value Housing Finance India Limited supported the entire laboratory infrastructure and equipment as part of its commitment towards healthcare and social responsibility. He highlighted that Aptus was helping in many healthcare initiatives, such as setting up labs and postoperative wards, and in the field of education, to name a few.
TANKER Foundation Managing Trustee, Mrs. Latha A. Kumaraswami, highlighted the 33 years of journey and service of TANKER Foundation.
Mr. Joseph Abraham, Honorary Vice President, The Madras Medical Mission, Dr. K. Jacob, Honorary Secretary, The Madras Medical Mission, Dr. Susan Thomas, Honorary Treasurer, The Madras Medical Mission, Dr. Christopher Roy, Director-Administration of The Madras Medical Mission, Dr. Edwin Fernando of Government Stanley Medical College Hospital, Chennai, and Dr. Dolly Daniel of Christian Medical College, Vellore, were present on the occasion.