A heartfelt appeal to save the life of Drakshya Maheshwari, an 8-year-old child who is bravely battling a severe form of blood cancer at AIIMS, New Delhi.

About Drakshya:
Name: Drakshya Maheshwari
Father’s Name: Seeta Ram
Date of Birth: 18/11/2016
Address: Bansbarulia, PO Bans Barolia, District Budaun, Uttar Pradesh – 243633
Hospital: AIIMS, New Delhi (Pediatric Oncology Department)
Diagnosis: MDS-EB2 (Myelodysplastic Syndrome with Excess Blasts-2), progressing to Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Treatment Cost Estimate: ₹15 lakh

Drakshya was once a happy, playful child with dreams of school and a bright future. Sadly, he now spends his days in hospital corridors, undergoing painful treatments and multiple blood transfusions. His reports show significant blast cells (8-10%) in his bone marrow, indicating disease progression and the urgent need for further treatment, including chemotherapy and potentially a stem cell transplant.

His father, Seeta Ram, is a daily wage labourer who struggles even to meet basic household expenses. The cost of Drakshya’s treatment is far beyond the family’s means.

Drakshya’s mother weeps every night, watching her child slip further into weakness and pain, unable to afford the care that could save him. Despite all the hardships, Drakshya continues to fight, holding onto the hope that help will arrive in time.

Family’s Message:
“We never thought we would see our son suffering like this. Drakshya was always healthy and playful. Now, every time he cries in pain, our hearts break. Doctors at AIIMS have said his disease is serious but can be treated if we arrange the money. We are poor people, working as labourers. We cannot even dream of arranging such a huge amount. We request all kind-hearted people to help us save our son. Please help us bring him back home healthy and smiling.”

— Seeta Ram, Drakshya’s father