Understanding Congenital Heart Disease

1 in 100 babies are born with a heart defect.

Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) is the most common birth defect. It affects the structure of a baby's heart and the way it works. But with timely intervention, care, and love, they can lead healthy, fulfilling lives.

2,00,000+

Children born with CHD in India every year.

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Our Vision

A world where every child born with a congenital heart defect has access to timely, affordable, and world-class care, empowering them to live a limitless life.

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Our Mission

To spread awareness, advocate for policy changes, and provide comprehensive support to CHD patients and their families across India through education, financial aid, and community building.

Who We Are

Congenital Heart Care Foundation was established to bridge the gap in awareness and care for CHD in India.

Suchismita Halder

Suchismita Halder

Managing Trustee

Jonali Choudhury

Jonali Choudhury

Joint Managing Trustee

Amod Kumar Kushwaha

Amod Kumar Kushwaha

Trustee

Sajani Nair T. R.

Sajani Nair T. R.

Trustee

Mohinuddin Qazi

Mohinuddin Qazi

Trustee

Sindhu Lakshmi L

Sindhu Lakshmi L

Trustee

Santanu Kumar Chandra

Santanu Kumar Chandra

Trustee

Our Impact & Initiatives

Awareness Programs

Organizing educational programs and spreading awareness about Congenital Heart Disease.

Patient Support

Empowering patients and their families with resources, guidance, and a supportive community.

CHD Alliance of India

A flagship initiative of CHCF dedicated to uniting efforts across the country for advocacy and change.

Visit Alliance page →
Official Bi-Annual Publication

HRIDAY GĀTHĀ (हृदय गाथा)

Stories of Heart Warriors — Our official bi-annual magazine uniting CHD patients, caregivers, and India's foremost pediatric cardiac experts.

Hriday Gāthā Volume 2 Issue 1 Cover Latest Issue
Volume II • Issue 1 Jan – June 2026

The Adult CHD Story: Growing Up with a Heart Defect

Theme: Stronger Hearts, Brighter Futures

A landmark issue highlighting adult survivors (ACHD), navigating transition to adult cardiology, understanding heart transplantation, an exclusive interview with Dr. Anita Saxena, and celebrating warrior courage.

Hriday Gāthā Volume 1 Issue 2 Cover
Volume I • Issue 2 June – Dec 2025

Beyond the Operating Room: Lifelong Care & Resilience

Theme: The Care Team Beyond the OR

Surgery is not the finish line — it is the start of a lifelong partnership. Discover PICU transition insights, school-going parenting hurdles, emotional nutrition journeys, and touching warrior voices.

Hriday Gāthā Volume 1 Issue 1 Cover Inaugural Issue
Volume I • Issue 1 Jan – June 2025

Challenging Heart Defects Together: The Inaugural Journey

Theme: Right to Life with Dignity for All

The historic first edition: Demystifying Congenital Heart Defects, social and emotional realities, early prevention, navigating destination cardiac care centers, and the rallying call for disability recognition in India.

Hospital Directory

We are compiling a comprehensive list of hospitals specializing in pediatric cardiology across different regions to help patients find the right care.

Check Regional Hospitals

*The directory is actively being updated.

Trust & Transparency

We operate with complete transparency. CHCF is a legally registered foundation committed to public welfare.

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Registered Trust

Deed No.: IV-1901-01043/2026

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80G Registration

Under Process

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12A Registration

Under Process

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NGO Darpan

Under Process

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