Dear Supporters,

Thank you for the wonderful support. Deepak was able to undergo the recommended chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions, thanks to the support of friends, family and donors like you. His condition was showing improvement.

However, the latest PET scans show progressive disease in view of new bone lesions. It is probable that Deepak would have to go for stem cell therapy. His latest case paper from CMC Vellore is enclosed.

The financial challenge continues to be severe but Deepak continues to maintain a positive frame of mind. Your donation will go a long way in the helping this bright kid in his brave fight against cancer. Requesting your kind donations and support once again.

Thank you!

Dear Supporters,

Here is an update on Deepak.

Deepak is taking chemotherapy sessions at Ranchi as directed by the doctors of CMC, Vellore. He has had two already; the third one is due on 18th Nov. After completing five sessions, he will visit CMC for further investigations and the doctors there would suggest the future course of treatment.

Your donations and kind words are a source of strength for Deepak and his family. So far, Deepak's medical and associated expenses at AIIMS (Delhi), CMC (Vellore) and RIMS (Ranchi) have cost Deepak's father more than Rs 1.5 lacs. Your donation is helping him partially settle his debts that he had taken to meet these expenses. He is getting back the confidence that lack of finance won't come in the way of Deepak receiving timely treatment.

Out of the total donations collected so far, approx Rs 57,000 has been transferred to Deepak's father's account. I have requested Milaap to transfer approx another Rs 10,000. This will be a significant support for him, both financially and mentally. Every transfer request is accompanied by relevant bills and invoices.

The collection drive has now hit a low. There's hardly any new donation coming in and we've not even crossed the 1 lac mark. While I am deeply grateful to you for your contribution, I seek another help. Please spread the word. Please talk to your friends and family about the case. Please write about him and share the donation link ( https://milaap.org/fundraisers/savedeepak ) via social media like Facebook, WhatsApp, etc.

Thank you for your love and support.

Regards.

Your contribution and words of encouragement are helping Deepak immensely in his brave fight against the deadly disease. He is taking chemotherapy sessions at Ranchi, as directed by the doctors of CMC, Vellore. Each chemotherapy session, as you might know, takes a huge toll on the patient's energy levels, but Deepak--the indefatigable youngster that he is--is taking it all in his stride, doing his best to stay mentally and physically strong.

Deepak remains committed to his dream of becoming a doctor, he spends most of his time studying. As you might remember, he is his school's Biology topper (see his 12th grade Marksheet below).


Hats off to Deepak's family (parents and younger brother) who are providing rock-solid support on all aspects. So far, Deepak's medical and associated expenses at AIIMS (Delhi), CMC (Vellore) and RIMS (Ranchi) have cost Deepak's father more than Rs 1.5 lacs, but not once has he hesitated in meeting these expenses. Despite his meagre wages, he has somehow managed to raise the money whenever required.

I have requested Milaap to transfer approx Rs 57000 out of the money collected so far to Deepak's father's account immediately so that he doesn't drown in debts and lose all hope. This will be a significant support for him, both financially and mentally. Bills and invoices for this amount have been provided to Milaap.

As you can imagine, this is going to be a long and epensive journey. Please continue to stand by Deepak, and do share this plea for help in your circles.

Deepak's family sends their deep gratitude to you.