Archbishop Bernard Moras visited the hospital and met the children. He also gave away presents and school bags donated by The United Way Bengaluroo. The Irish Consulate also sent a cheque to sponsor five children to be operated during the event. “The spirits in the team continues to be high, even after a gruelling schedule over the last three days,” said Dr Sharan Patil, Chairman of SPARSH Hospital. The hospital has performed surgeries on 71 children so far.
(Published 21 October 2009, 17:10 IST)