Mysore/Mysuru: Automotive Axles Ltd., in collaboration with Apollo BGS Hospitals, Mysuru, celebrated the successful completion of 19 Clubfoot Correction Surgeries for children from underserved communities at a  programme held at Apollo BGS Hospitals in city recently.

The surgeries were supported under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of Automotive Axles and Apollo BGS Hospitals, which had committed to help 20 surgeries for children affected by Clubfoot.

The programme was held in the presence of representatives from Automotive Axles including Nagaraj Gargeshwari, President and Whole-Time Director of Automotive Axles, Vinayak Bhat, Senior General Manager – ER & IR, Debadas Panda, Legal Secretary and Dr. H. Praphul Anjan, Medical Officer, along with the leadership team and doctors from Apollo BGS Hospitals.

During the event, four to five children who had undergone the surgery shared their recovery journeys and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to receive treatment. Their stories reflected how timely surgical intervention has helped them walk confidently and look forward to a healthier future.

Dr. Shreyas Alva, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon at Apollo BGS Hospitals, who played a key role in performing the surgeries, was felicitated by Nagaraj Gargeshwari.

“At Automotive Axles Ltd, we believe that true progress is measured not just by business success, but by the positive impact we create in society. Through this initiative with Apollo BGS Hospitals, Mysuru, we are proud to support life-changing treatments for children affected by Clubfoot. Seeing these children take confident steps toward a healthier future is deeply fulfilling for all of us. We remain committed to such meaningful partnerships that bring quality healthcare within reach for underserved communities,” said Nagaraj Gargeshwari.

Speaking during the event, dignitaries emphasised the importance of corporate and healthcare partnerships in addressing congenital conditions like Clubfoot and ensuring that children from underserved communities receive timely treatment.

N.G. Bharateesha Reddy, Senior Vice-President and Unit Head, Apollo Hospitals, appreciated the initiative taken by Automotive Axles.