P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Hinduja Foundation expand their successful program for Children with Type 1 Diabetes

Hinduja Hospital and Hinduja Foundation through its T1DI initiative, donated novel insulin pumps for effectively supporting children with type 1 diabetes as a step towards equitable, life-transforming care

 

- Donates insulin pumps for effective management of Type 1 diabetes to 20 children for a period of 5 years

- Close to 400 children with type 1 diabetes have been provided with free treatment since the start of Type 1 Diabetes Initiative

 

Mumbai, May 13, 2025: P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, in collaboration with the Hinduja Foundation, today expanded its groundbreaking Type 1 Diabetes Initiative (T1DI) by donating insulin pumps to 20 underprivileged children as part of its Insulin Pump Therapy Initiation Program. Presently, the management and maintenance of these pumps will be fully supported for a period of five years. In addition to this, the hospital offers full medical care for diabetes management at no cost to close to 400 children with type 1 diabetes.

 

Through Type 1 Diabetes Initiative, P. D. Hinduja Hospital and Hinduja Foundation have been at the forefront of

a transformative healthcare initiative for children and young adults living with Type 1 Diabetes since 2019. Since its launch, the initiative has supported over 400 children and invested over INR 11 crore to create a strong, sustainable model of care. It has helped improve average HbA1c levels from 10.2% to 7-8%, reduced hospitalizations by 75%, and strengthened treatment adherence through regular counselling and life skills education.

 

Mr. Gautam Khanna, CEO, P. D. Hinduja Hospital & MRC, said, “Today’s event marks an important milestone in our ongoing efforts to assist underprivileged children and their families in managing Type 1 Diabetes. The Hinduja Foundation and P. D. Hinduja Hospital have worked tirelessly over the years to develop a comprehensive and sustainable model of care and research as part of the Type 1 Diabetes Initiative. We remain deeply committed to expanding equal access to quality healthcare and doing scientific research that will define the future of diabetes care in India and around the world. The quality of life of these kids and even their families has had a positive impact with this program. With this program we aim to contribute to therapy management, research and therapy cure solutions for Type 1 Diabetes.”

 

Dr. Phulrenu Chauhan, Head – Department of Endocrinology, P. D. Hinduja Hospital & MRC, said, "With the support of Hinduja Group and Hinduja Foundation, we are proud to donate insulin pumps to 20 children as part of our Insulin Pump Therapy Initiation Program. This is just one step in our broader Type 1 Diabetes Initiative, which has been providing comprehensive, free-of-cost care to about 400 children. With the insulin pumps, we are ensuring better blood sugar control, fewer complications, and a higher quality of life for these children, while the T1DI clinic continues to offer life-changing treatment, education, and ongoing support.”

 

Type 1 diabetes is a chronic, lifelong condition that necessitates intensive management. This includes four insulin injections, and 2-4 blood glucose checks per day, regular lab monitoring and consultations, and education in carbohydrate counting, insulin titration, and lifestyle modification. The high cost of insulin, syringes, blood glucose strips, and consultation fees makes it nearly impossible for patients from lower socioeconomic strata to effectively manage T1D. Many children suffer complications or early mortality due to lack of access to even basic care. To ensure access to quality and lifesaving treatment, the P. D. Hinduja Hospital and the Hinduja Foundation remain committed to cover the entire cost for these underprivileged children.

 

Dr. Ashish Mendhi, Program Director, Hinduja Foundation, underscored, “This initiative stands as a beacon of what targeted, compassionate, and evidence-based care can achieve, especially when directed toward vulnerable populations. In collaboration with P. D. Hinduja Hospital, today’s event underscores Hinduja Foundation’s commitment to continue expanding the program’s reach, advancing scientific research, and shaping dialogue on equitable and effective T1D care.”

 

The Type 1 Diabetes Initiative by P. D. Hinduja Hospital and the Hinduja Foundation is a pioneering, life-transforming program that serves as a model for accessible, sustainable, and evidence-based chronic disease care. With robust clinical outcomes, scientific contributions, and a commitment to equity, this program demonstrates what is possible when care and compassion meet scientific rigor.