Chennai, June 5, 2025: In a concerted effort to promote environmental sustainability, doctors from Apollo Cancer Centres and Apollo Proton Cancer Centre jointly organized a sapling plantation drive at the Elcot IT Park, Sholinganallur, on Thursday, June 5, 2025, in observance of World Environment Day. Over 500 saplings were planted, emphasising the commitment to a greener and healthier planet.
Speaking about the activity, Mr. Karan Puri, Chief Executive Officer, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACC) and Apollo Proton Cancer Centre (APCC), said: “At Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, while we strive for excellence in clinical outcomes, we also believe in taking responsibility for the world beyond the hospital walls. This initiative is a celebration of Hope, Healing, and Our Commitment to a Healthier Planet.”
Dr. Senthil Kumar Ganapathi, Senior Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Dr. Balamurugan Srinivasan, Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology & Robotic Surgeon, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Dr Jayachandran P.K., Consultant, Medical Oncology, and Hemato-Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centre, Chennai, Dr. Hemalatha D, Lead Paediatric Haemato – Oncology consultant, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Tharamani, Chennai, Dr. Srinivasan Babu, Surgical Neurophysiologist, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, and Dr. Krishna Kumar G, Consultant – Neurosurgeon, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, actively participated in the sapling planting drive, reinforcing the collective commitment to environmental stewardship.
This initiative aligns with Apollo’s broader vision of integrating sustainability into healthcare practices, reflecting a holistic approach to patient care and community well-being.
