Nita Ambani, founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation, has inaugurated “Jeevan,” a new specialized wing at Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai, dedicated to her late father Ravindrabhai Dalal as a tribute to his teachings on selfless service (“seva as the highest form of worship”). Unveiled during the hospital’s 10th anniversary celebrations, Jeevan integrates advanced chemotherapy, immunotherapy, dialysis and critical care under one roof, with a standout pediatric chemotherapy ward designed to ease the emotional burden on families facing childhood cancer.
Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital: A Decade of Impact
Established in 2014 on the historic grounds of Sir H.N. Hospital and Research Centre in Girgaon, Mumbai, the 345-bed multispecialty facility has treated 3.3 million patients—including 1.6 million children—over the past decade, earning recognition as India’s top multispecialty hospital. It emphasizes affordable, world-class care through cutting-edge tech like robotic surgery, AI diagnostics and precision medicine, serving a diverse patient base from Mumbai’s slums to rural Maharashtra. The hospital’s model blends philanthropy with excellence, aligning with Reliance Foundation’s “Respect for Life” ethos.
Key milestones:
- Patient Reach: 3.3M total; free/subsidized care for 70% low-income patients.
- Specialties: Oncology, cardiology, neurology, pediatrics; 24/7 critical care.
- Broader Vision: Part of a planned 2,000-bed “medical city” in Mumbai, announced at Reliance’s 48th AGM in August 2025, integrating AI and global expertise for nationwide scalability.
Jeevan Wing: Cancer Care with Compassion
Named after her father’s life-affirming values, Jeevan addresses oncology and renal challenges head-on. Highlights include:
- Integrated Services: Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, dialysis; round-the-clock ICU monitoring.
- Pediatric Focus: Child-friendly ward with vibrant animal/nature murals to combat hospital anxiety; tailored for “brave little warriors” and their parents.
- Personal Touch: Ambani stood in the pediatric area during inauguration, vowing in Hindi: “Hamara yahi sankalp hai ki jo bhi jeevan mein aaye, khaas karke chhote bachche, woh achhi sehat aur ujjwal bhavishya ki ummeed ke saath yahan se apne ghar jaaye” (Our resolve is that everyone entering Jeevan, especially children, leaves with good health and hope for a bright future).
The festive-season launch—attended by Mukesh Ambani, sister Purnima Dalal and mother Mamta Dalal—involved a foundation plaque unveiling, symbolizing family legacy and communal healing.
Emotional Resonance and Broader Mission
Ambani’s speech underscored parental anguish: “Every mother, every father who walks through these doors carries a weight no parent should ever have to bear.” Jeevan prioritizes dignity, with designs fostering warmth amid treatment rigors. This fits Reliance Foundation’s 15-year footprint: touching 87 million lives, 23 million children via health/education/sports initiatives.
The hospital’s evolution—from 10-year milestone to medical city—reflects India’s healthcare push: 70% of cancer patients underserved, pediatric oncology lagging. Jeevan scales specialized access, potentially treating thousands annually at subsidized rates.
As Mumbai’s skyline rises, facilities like Jeevan ground progress in empathy, turning personal loss into public good. Ambani closed: “Namaskar. Dhanyavaad,” embodying seva’s quiet power.
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As we step into the festive season — a time of warmth, cheer and the joy of giving — Smt. Nita M. Ambani inaugurates a new cancer and dialysis centre JEEVAN, dedicated to her late father, Shri Ravindrabhai Dalal. JEEVAN stands as a tribute to the values he embodied — kindness,… pic.twitter.com/G20XbB3jMg
— Reliance Industries Limited (@RIL_Updates) December 26, 2025
