100 Beats, 1000 Actions

23rd, 24th and 25th September 2026

Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, in association with The Telegraph Young Metro, presented the youth-focused heart-health initiative “100 Beats, 1000 Actions,” with admissiontree.in as the School Admission Partner, supporting the initiative in connecting with and engaging participating schools.

  • The three-day initiative engaged students from Classes VIII–XII across Garden High School, Birla High School Mukundupur, DPS Ruby Park, Shri Shikshayatan School and BDM International School.
  • The campaign aimed to move beyond awareness by encouraging students to understand heart health, adopt healthier habits and take meaningful action in their everyday lives.
  • Students participated in interactive, doctor-led heart-health workshops covering healthy lifestyle choices, physical activity, preventive measures and the importance of timely action during cardiac emergencies.
  • At Garden High School & Birla High School, Mukundupur, the workshops were conducted by Dr. Sanjay Sengupta – MBBS, DNB (General Surgery), Mch (CTVS), AIIMS; IACTS (Coronary Surgery Fellow).
  • At DPS Ruby Park, the session was conducted by Dr. Basabendra Chowdhury – Consultant, Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery.
  • At Shri Shikshayatan School, the workshop was conducted by Dr. K.M. Mandana – Director, Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery.
  • At BDM International School, the session was conducted by Dr. Somrita Laha – Consultant Pediatric Cardiologist
  • A key component of the initiative was hands-on CPR training, where students learnt essential life-saving techniques and were guided on responding during a cardiac emergency.
  • The Heart Action Wall encouraged students to make personal pledges towards healthier everyday choices, reinforcing the campaign's message of turning awareness into action.
  • Through their enthusiastic participation and meaningful commitments, students embraced the role of “Heart Champions”, demonstrating that small, consistent actions can contribute to a healthier future.