In modern society, the number of cancer patients is rapidly increasing, and to control this, society must create the right awareness, said renowned cancer specialist Dr. N. Hari Mohan. He gave the National Cancer Awareness Day message under the auspices of the Kochi Karunya Sangha Vedhi. He further stated that common people are often the ones who fall prey to cancer due to various reasons and shared suggestions on how to prevent this devastating calamity, which is consuming society.

The event was presided over by Mr. T. P. Sofia, Vice President of Karunya Sangha Vedhi. The program was inaugurated by Mrs. Sheeba Lal, Chairperson of the Kochi Corporation Welfare Committee, and the keynote address was delivered by Division Councillor Mr. A. P. Antony. During the event, auto-rickshaw driver Mr. Rocky Chory, a model of integrity, was honored.

The following people also spoke at the event: Mr. P.G. Lawrence, General Secretary of Karunya Sangha Vedhi; Program Coordinator Mr. P.T. Boniface; Palliative Convenor Mrs. Joys Antony; Mr. Sebastian Bernard; Mr. P.P. Jacob; Mr. T.J. Jain; Mrs. A.S. Ambili; Mrs. Breda Francis; Mr. Mizori Sam; Mrs. Chandini Ronald; and Mr. Antony Palluruthy.