What began over a decade ago as a heartfelt appeal by Viji Venkatesh, Managing Trustee, Friends of Max, to her friends and family—to raise a cup of chai in support of cancer patients in need—has grown into a powerful movement. The campaign has struck a deep chord within the community, where dedicating a simple cup of chai to the cause of cancer awareness and support has become an annual gesture for many.

The essence of Chai for Cancer lies in its unwavering spirit—symbolized by the “Cup of Hope.” Over the years, countless supporters, friends, and extended networks have rallied around the initiative. They have made it their own, turning it into a meaningful tool of hope and dignity for families facing the challenges of cancer.

On Saturday, April 20th, the twelfth season of Chai for Cancer was ushered in with much warmth and celebration at an Adda hosted by Sindhushree Khullar, a dedicated host since the inception of Chai for Cancer itself. Opening her home once again, she welcomed guests for the official Curtain Raiser of Season 12, in collaboration with Friends of Max, Delhi City Chapter Leaders.

The evening was a vibrant confluence of friends, well-wishers and the dedicated Friends of Max City Chapter Leaders—all coming together in solidarity. The spirit of the evening, filled with love, laughter, and purpose truly embodied the spirit of an Adda.

A special note of gratitude goes to our long-standing radio partner, Red FM, for their continued support in amplifying the voice of Chai for Cancer and sharing its message with their wide-reaching audience.

As the campaign steps into its Twelfth Season, Chai for Cancer remains committed to its founding vision: offering hope and dignity to patients and their caregivers, and bringing common people from the society together—one cup at a time, for the cause.

#raiseyourcup #DrinkToACause

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The initiative as always was aimed to raise awareness about patients living with CML and GIST (two types of rare cancer) who are on lifelong medication and their challenges and needs. The response from The Shop’s community was overwhelmingly positive, with guests from all walks of life including cancer patients, survivors, physicians, contributing to the cause by purchasing merchandise and then proudly posing for photos! 

Mumbai

Delhi

Gurgaon

Noida

Bengaluru

Kochi

The Shop on its part will be donating 20% of the day’s sales to Chai for Cancer. A heartfelt thanks to Shachi Gupta and the dedicated team for making this possible.

Special mention to RedFM, our radio partner, for amplifying our voice.  

We look forward to more such collaborations ahead.

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Lodhi Garden was the venue for another early Sunday-morning Adda (19 May) this one drawing a Gurgaon-based biker group GHOSTS, friends and strangers, with our Radio Partners 93.5 RED FM in support. All for a cause.

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The Adda at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute in Delhi (on Sat 18 May), courtesy hosts Dr Dinesh Bhurani & FOM Delhi, was supported by our Radio Partners, 93.5 Red FM. The medical fraternity has offered steadfast support to FOM in its fundraising and advocacy efforts.

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