TANKER Foundation participated in the Bhoomi Pooja ceremony marking the commencement of the expansion of the dialysis project at the Thiruverkadu Medical Center, an initiative of the Rotary Club of Madras West aimed at strengthening community healthcare and expanding access to quality dialysis services.

The auspicious ceremony was held on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, under the leadership of Rtn. R. Bhaskar, President, Rotary Club of Madras West, and marked the beginning of a significant expansion that will enhance the centre’s capacity to serve patients living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).

Representing TANKER Foundation were Dr. Georgi Abraham (President and Founder-Trustee), Mrs. Latha Kumaraswami (Managing Trustee), Mrs. Vasanti Ravichander, Mr. Gugan, and Mr. Giri.

Also present on the occasion were Rtn. P. Seshadrinathan (Secretary, Rotary Club of Madras West), Rtn. Raman (Past President, Rotary Club of Madras West) and a major donor for the project; Rtn. Vasant Vasudevan (Director Vocational Services, Rotary Club of Madras West), Rtn. Subbu (Past District Governor, Rotary), Rtn. Ramani (Past President, Rotary Club of Madras West) and Rtn. Mahesh Kumar (Incoming Secretary, Rotary Club of Madras West 2016 – 2017).

The expansion of the Thiruverkadu Dialysis Centre represents another important milestone in the shared mission of TANKER Foundation and the Rotary Club of Madras West to make quality dialysis care more accessible and affordable for underprivileged patients.

For over 32 years, TANKER Foundation has remained committed to providing free and subsidised dialysis, supporting kidney disease awareness, conducting screening camps for early detection, and improving access to kidney healthcare across Tamil Nadu. The expansion of this dialysis facility will help strengthen these efforts by increasing treatment capacity and enabling more patients to receive life-saving dialysis closer to their homes.

TANKER Foundation expresses its sincere gratitude to the Rotary Club of Madras West, its members, donors, and supporters whose vision and generosity continue to make meaningful healthcare initiatives like this possible. Together, we remain committed to ensuring that no patient is denied quality kidney care because of financial constraints.

As construction begins, the Foundation looks forward to another chapter of compassionate service, bringing hope, dignity, and better healthcare outcomes to countless patients and their families.