ABOUT ICSRC
About Indraprastha Cancer Society & Research Centre
Indraprastha Cancer Society & Research Centre is a “not for profit public society” managed by a group of socially responsible, selfless, philanthropists. The Society was formed in the year 1994 under the society’s registration act, 1860. Besides patients care, one of the main objectives of the society is to study and undertake scientific research on all aspects of cancer and in particular to investigate its incidence, prevalence, distribution, cause, symptoms and to promote its prevention and provides the cure.
Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre is a visionary project of Indraprastha Cancer Society & Research Centre aimed at providing the best of Oncological Care to those who need it. At the apex level is the Governing Council for governance and management committee for managing affairs of the Institute.
The Institute started functioning on 1st July 1996 when a soft opening was done by Hon’ble Smt. Sonia Gandhi. However, it was formally inaugurated by the then, President of India, Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma, in the presence of Smt. Sonia Gandhi and other dignitaries on 20th August 1996. Initiated as a 152 bedded hospital, it has been growing steadily and has never looked back.
Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre is today counted amongst Asia’s premier exclusive cancer centres that offer unique advantage of cutting edge technology, put to use by renowned super specialists. This potent combination of man and machine ensures world-class cancer care to not only patients from India, but also from the neighboring SAARC countries and others. We are fortunate to have touched lives of more than 3.5 Lakh patients since inception in 1996.