Father's Grief Fuels Hope: Pune Hospital Offers Affordable Care, Not Bills!

• Vijay Phalanikar, grieving his son Vaibhav Phalanikar's cancer death, founded 'Aapla Ghar' organization.
• The organization runs 'Kaushalya Karad Charitable Hospital' in Donje, Pune, focusing on affordable, service-oriented healthcare.
• The hospital provides treatment for various diseases, including cancer, endoscopy, sonography, and digital X-rays, without government aid.
• It also offers meals for patient relatives at just 10 rupees and operates two mobile clinics covering 16 villages with free services.
• 'Aapla Ghar' also cares for orphaned children and runs an old age home, fostering intergenerational support.

Why It Matters: A father's tragedy inspired a unique Pune hospital prioritizing patient care and affordability over profit.