PFC signs MoU with King George Univ. for procurement of life-saving devices for underprivileged cancer patients

New Delhi/Lucknow: Power Finance Corporation Ltd. (PFC) a power sector Maharatna and India’s leading NBFC  has entered into an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow to facilitate the procurement of life-saving medical devices specifically aimed at assisting underprivileged cancer patients.

The MoU was formally executed on Monday in the presence Smt. Parminder Chopra, Director (Finance) and CMD (Addl. Charge),  R.R Jha, Director (Projects),  Manoj Sharma, Director (Commercial) Bhaskar Bhattacharya (Independent Director), and Dr. Vijay Kumar, Head of the Department of Surgical Oncology, KGMU Lucknow.

PFC has committed to providing financial assistance amounting to about Rs. 10.19 crore to KGMU. This substantial funding is being allocated to support the procurement of essential medical devices that are crucial for the effective treatment and care of underprivileged cancer patients.

The collaboration between PFC and KGMU holds a great significance as it underscores joint commitment of these two institutions to address the healthcare needs of the underprivileged population afflicted by cancer. The financial assistance provided by PFC will go a long way in enabling KGMU to acquire essential medical devices, thereby ensuring that underprivileged cancer patients receive the necessary treatments and interventions to improve their chances of recovery.

This MoU signifies a commendable effort to bridge the healthcare gap and promote equitable access to life-saving medical technologies for those who are in need. It is expected that this collaboration will have a positive and far-reaching impact on the lives of underprivileged cancer patients, enhancing the quality of care and treatment provided by KGMU Lucknow.