In recognition of International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) 2026, observed globally on 15 February to raise awareness and promote equitable access to quality care for children with cancer, a National Webinar will bring together leading experts, advocates, and organisations from across India to discuss how policy can translate into real-world improvements in childhood cancer care.
The webinar, titled “From Policy to Practice: What Do We Really Need to Improve Childhood Cancer Care in India?”, is organised jointly by the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology (PHO) Chapter of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP), OncoDaily, Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA), POEM Group and SIOP Asia, IAP Mumbai, and Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. These organisations aim to provide a platform for collaboration between clinicians, policymakers, and patient advocates to strengthen childhood cancer care delivery across India.
The session will feature a keynote address by Dr. Ravi Kannan, Padma Shri awardee and public health leader. It will be chaired by Dr. Satya Yadav, Chairperson of PHO–IAP, and moderated by Dr. Shweta Bansal, Secretary of PHO–IAP.
Panelists include:
- Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan – Editor-in-Chief, OncoDaily; President, POEM Group and SIOP Asia
- Dr. Rejin Kubudi – General Secretary, SIOP Society
- Dr. Rajesh Kasle – Senior Pediatrician; President, IAP Mumbai
- Dr. Girish Chinnaswamy – Head, Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Ms. Alka Bisen – CEO, Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA)
Scheduled for 15 February 2026, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM IST, the webinar will explore practical solutions to improve childhood cancer care in India, addressing challenges in diagnosis, treatment access, survivorship, and patient support.
By bringing together a broad spectrum of stakeholders, the event seeks to foster actionable dialogue and collaborative strategies to make a tangible difference in the lives of children with cancer.
