TPAF - enabling liver care for children

The Pravin Agarwal Foundation (TPAF) was founded by Pravin Agarwal in 2016 with the mission to support families whose children are in need of a liver transplant in India.

92% children in need of a liver transplant do not receive it, despite transplant costs in India being among the lowest in the world.

Approximately 3,000 children in India require liver transplants annually, but only 10% receive the necessary treatment. A significant barrier to this access is the prohibitive cost of liver transplants, resulting in many children suffering from terminal liver diseases. Timely diagnosis and treatment for liver transplant procedures could reduce 10-15% of fatalities attributed to such conditions. Addressing this issue necessitates systemic reforms, support for affected families, and improved access to financial assistance.

As of 2026, TPAF’s support has extended to over 700+ transplants and continues to grow. We collaborate with Medical fraternity, hospitals, and crowd funding platforms to assist children in need of liver transplants.

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TPAF Process

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Liver transplant in children

We are able to provide financial support to children (under the age of 18 years) undergoing liver transplant

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Connect & apply

Hospital Management / Transplant team/ Patient family contacts TPAF by calling +91 7768853030 (24*7) or share the Patient Application Form with supporting documents over an email to info@tpaf.in

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Application review

TPAF reviews the application: patient details and details of financial due diligence shared by the hospital

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TPAF extends support

TPAF management approves the patient support post verification of background and documents

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dedicated conclaves for PLT ecosystem

Patient stories

Second chance to life

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Why Trust Us

TPAF is a prominent non-governmental organization committed to providing financial assistance to underprivileged children in need of life-saving liver transplants. Our primary aim is to foster a sustainable transformation within the pediatric liver transplant ecosystem, making these critical procedures more affordable and accessible.

Founded in 2016 by Pravin Agarwal, the Founder and Chairman of Sterlite Power Transmission Limited and Vice Chairman of Sterlite Technologies Limited, our organization is led by a dedicated team of Trustees. They receive guidance from a diverse advisory board with extensive experience in clinical decision-making and support from distinguished medical experts within the pediatric liver transplant field.

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TPAF Newsletter

Newsletter July-2026
DATE : 1 July, 2026

Newsletter July-2026

Newsletter April-2026
DATE : 1 April, 2026

Newsletter April-2026

Newsletter January-2026
DATE : 1 January, 2026

Newsletter January-2026

Newsletter October-2025
DATE : October 1, 2025

Newsletter October-2025

Newsletter July-2025
DATE : July 1, 2025

Newsletter July-2025

Newsletter April-2025
DATE : April 1, 2025

Newsletter April-2025

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Strengthening our commitment to pediatric liver care. 💙💚

Mr. Pravin Agrawal visited Jupiter Hospital, Thane, where he met with the hospital’s medical team and beneficiaries supported through pediatric liver care and transplantation.

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Recently, Mr. Pravin Agarwal visited BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, and met with the liver transplant team as part of TPAF’s continued efforts to strengthen hospital partnerships and support for paediatric liver transplant patients.

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Hamza Walikar is now a 4-year-old child from Pune, full of energy and life. Looking at him today, it’s hard to believe that he recently went through a liver transplant. He was the first child of his parents, and everything seemed normal in the beginning. But soon, his parents noticed something unusual, his stomach had started swelling due to fluid collection. Worried, they consulted doctors and went ahead with further tests. After evaluation, they were told that Hamza was suffering from decompensated liver disease with portal hypertension, a condition where the liver is severely damaged and unable to function properly, leading to complications like fluid buildup in the abdomen. The only option left was a liver transplant. For the family, this was a difficult moment to accept. But they moved forward with strength and hope. After all the necessary tests, it was found that his father, Azharuddin Walikar, was a suitable match. While in many cases mothers become donors, in Hamza’s case, his father stepped forward without hesitation. Azharuddin, who works in fabrication, did not think twice before making this decision. For him, saving his child was the only priority. The transplant was performed at Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune, where Dr. Vishnu and Dr. Manoj guided the family through every step, helping them understand the process and giving them the confidence to go ahead. Along with the emotional stress, the family also faced financial challenges. During this time, support from trusts played an important role. The Pravin Agarwal Foundation helped them financially, making it possible for Hamza to undergo the transplant. The surgery was successful, and slowly, Hamza started recovering. Today, he is not just healthy, but also full of life and personality. He plays, smiles, and enjoys his childhood like any other child. In fact, he has become a little social media influencer, with around 30,000 followers on Instagram. His videos have reached millions of views, bringing smiles to many faces. From a sick infant to a happy, thriving child, Hamza’s journey shows what timely treatment and a family’s strength can achieve. It is a reminder that a transplant doesn’t just save a life, it gives a child a chance to live it fully.
Hamza Walikar's transplant journey
Chinmay Sawant, a 12-year-old boy from Mumbai, is now living a normal life, going to school, playing, and doing everything a child his age should. But his journey has not been an easy one. He was diagnosed with Budd-Chiari syndrome, a rare condition where the blood flow from the liver gets blocked, leading to serious liver damage over time. When Chinmay was born, there were early signs of a liver problem. His parents, Mayur Sawant and Dipali Sawant, took him to Nanavati Max Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai. Doctors started treatment, and for some time, things seemed under control. Believing that he was doing better, the medications were eventually discontinued. Life went on normally for a few years. But at the age of 12, things suddenly took a serious turn. Chinmay started having episodes of bleeding, which alarmed the family. Realizing that something was wrong, his parents immediately rushed him back to the hospital. After detailed tests and scans, the doctors found that his liver had been severely damaged. This time, the situation was critical, and they were clearly told that a liver transplant was urgently needed. For the family, this was a shocking moment. Chinmay’s father, Mayur Sawant, who runs a paan shop, and his mother, Dipali, both stepped forward without hesitation to become donors. They went through all the required tests, hoping to save their son. After evaluation, his father was found to be the perfect match. The transplant was performed successfully, and slowly, Chinmay began to recover. Today, he is a healthy 12-year-old, back to living his life normally, attending school, playing, and enjoying his childhood. For his parents, seeing him like this is nothing less than a second chance at life. Chinmay’s journey is a reminder that sometimes problems may seem under control, but regular follow-up and timely care are very important. And when things take a difficult turn, a family’s quick decision and support can make all the difference.
Chinmay Sawant's transplant journey
Aveer Ubhale, an 11-month-old baby, has already gone through a journey that no child should have to face so early in life. Today, he is healthy and playful, but the path to this recovery was long and difficult. He was diagnosed with Biliary Atresia, a serious condition affecting the liver. At an early stage, doctors advised a Kasai procedure, which was performed with support from The Pravin Agarwal Foundation. The family hoped this would help their child recover. But things did not go as planned. Soon after the surgery, complications developed. His stitches reopened, and within just 10 days, he had to undergo another surgery. Even after going through so much, his condition did not improve. His health kept declining, and his growth also started getting affected. For his parents, Vinod Ubhale and Sapna Ubhale, this was an extremely stressful and emotional time. Watching their baby go through repeated procedures without improvement was heartbreaking. They then consulted doctors at Nanavati Me Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai. After careful evaluation, the doctors made it clear, a liver transplant was now the only option left. The transplant required was an ABO incompatible liver transplant. This means that the blood group of the donor and the child did not match, making the procedure more complex than usual. It required careful planning and expert medical care. In the middle of all this, the family was also dealing with financial challenges. Aveer’s father worked in a shop and had limited income, making it very difficult to afford such a major treatment. At this critical time, support came from different trusts. The Pravin Agarwal Foundation played an important role by helping financially, making it possible for the family to go ahead with the transplant. Aveer’s mother, Sapna Ubhale, stepped forward as the donor. Like any mother, she did not think twice, her only concern was saving her child. The transplant was finally performed, and slowly, things started to improve. He is now a healthy playful child.
Aveer Ubale's transplant journey
Iqra Khatoon's transplant journey
Harshita Kajrolkar, from Mumbai, is now 8 years old, happy, active, and full of life. But her journey began with a very difficult phase when she was just a baby. At around 11 months of age, after being diagnosed with biliary atresia, Harshita was constantly unwell. Her condition kept getting worse and slowly turned into decompensated liver disease. For her parents, Dakshata and Darshan Kajrolkar, it was a very stressful time, watching their little child struggle every day. After proper evaluation, doctors advised a liver transplant as the only option to save her life. The transplant was performed at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai. At that moment, her mother, Dakshata, stepped forward to donate a part of her liver. It was not an easy decision, but for her, it was the only thing that mattered, saving her child. The journey was not easy. There were hospital stays, fear, and many uncertain days. But the family stayed strong and kept going. Today, Harshita is healthy and doing well. She goes about her life like any other child her age. She loves dancing and enjoys her childhood fully. Doctors have advised that she should be treated like a normal child, and that’s exactly what she is today, a normal, happy child.
Harshita Kajrolkar's transplant journey
Antara Ghogare is now a cheerful 2-year-old, full of life and energy. Looking at her today, it’s hard to imagine that just a short while ago, she went through a life-saving liver transplant at only 6 months of age. Antara was born in 2023, and initially, everything seemed normal. But soon after she was taken home, her parents began to notice that something wasn’t right. She was unusually cranky, cried a lot, and seemed uncomfortable most of the time. Like any concerned parents, they took her to a local doctor. That visit changed everything. The doctor suspected a liver-related issue and advised the family to consult a specialist in Pune. Without delay, they came to Ruby Hall Clinic, where they met Dr. Vishnu Biradar. After detailed evaluation and tests, the diagnosis became clear, Antra was suffering from decompensated liver disease. In simple terms, this meant that her liver was no longer able to perform its basic functions properly. The damage had reached a stage where medicines alone would not help, and the body could no longer cope on its own. A liver transplant was the only option to save her life. For the family, this was overwhelming. The next challenge was finding a donor. Both her mother and father were ready to donate and went through all the necessary tests. Her mother, especially, was very willing. But unfortunately, due to medical reasons, the match was not suitable. Those days of waiting were difficult. Then, in a moment that changed everything, Antara’s aunt stepped forward. Without hesitation, she chose to donate a part of her liver, giving Antra the chance she desperately needed. The transplant was performed at Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune. It was a tense time for the entire family, filled with hope and fear at the same time. Thankfully, the surgery was successful, and after a period of recovery, Antara was discharged. Alongside the emotional stress, the family also faced financial challenges. They received support from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund and the Prime Minister’s Relief Fund, which helped them significantly. In addition, The Pravin Agarwal Foundation stepped in and supported them financially, helping complete the transplant process successfully. Today, Antara is a completely different child. She is healthy, playful, and growing well. She spends her days playing, smiling, and doing all the things a child her age should be doing. For her family, this is nothing short of a blessing.
Antara Ghogare's transplant journey