Bahrain residents come together to rescue ailing Indian

TDT | Manama

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For 42-year-old Mani Prasad Adkadkam, a return to India marked the end of a harrowing ordeal.

The Indian national from Kasargod, Kerala, had been battling severe health issues, including congestive cardiac failure, renal impairment, and acute gout, while facing legal and financial challenges in Bahrain.

His condition had deteriorated to the point where advanced treatments, such as a cardiac transplant or Biventricular Assist Device (BiVAD), were urgently needed but unavailable locally.

The Pravasi Legal Cell (PLC) Bahrain Chapter, under the leadership of Sudheer Thirunilath, President of PLC, and with the legal expertise of Advocate Tariq Alown, played a pivotal role in securing his repatriation.

Three travel bans were lifted through court hearings and negotiations, enabling Mani Prasad to return to India for life-saving treatment.

Medical Challenges

Despite recurrent hospitalisations at Salmaniya Medical Complex and at KIMSHealth in Bahrain, Mani Prasad’s condition worsened.

Doctors warned of potential leg amputation and other complications, highlighting the urgency of accessing specialised care available only in India.

The PLC’s persistent efforts, including three court hearings in November 2024, ensured the lifting of a Kerala court-imposed travel ban linked to a recovery case.

Advocate Tariq Alown’s legal acumen was instrumental in resolving the matter compassionately.

The mission was supported by several individuals and organisations, including His Excellency Vinod K. Jacob, Ambassador of India to Bahrain, and officials at the Indian Embassy.

Contributors such as Karunya Kuttaiyma, Hope Bahrain, Prathibha Bahrain, and supporters like Nithin, Rajeev Vellikoth, and Ali Faqihi played vital roles. Medical teams at KIMSHealth and Salmaniya, Air India Bahrain staff, and Mr. Abdul Saher ensured smooth logistics and care.

Journey Home

Yesterday evening, Mani Prasad departed Bahrain on an Air India Express flight to Kannur, Kerala, where a NORKA ambulance facilitated his immediate hospital transfer.

His journey home highlights the extraordinary efforts of those who worked tirelessly to give him a second chance at life.