Some People Are Irreplaceable and Their Generations Immensely Blessed | Global TV
- A Tribute to Dr. N.K. Sanil Kumar
NV Paulose, Chairman, Global TV +91 98441 82044
The world is generally seen clouded by haste and indifference. But some individuals shine like rare stars. They offer light, warmth, and a gentle reminder of what it means to be deeply human. Dr. N.K. Sanil Kumar was one such person. His passing leaves a void that is not just in the world of medicine, but in the hearts of every person who ever crossed his path.
At just 58, his earthly journey came to an untimely end following a cardiac arrest at his home in Kochi. But in the years he lived, Dr. Sanil Kumar managed to do what few can. He became a living embodiment of compassion. He was more than a skilled urologist; he was a healer of souls.
A Doctor With a Heart of Gold
Working at Lisie hospital and other hospitals in Thrikkakara and Aluva, Dr. Kumar was known for his remarkable medical acumen. But ask any of his patients, and they won’t begin by praising his knowledge; they’ll speak of his kind eyes, his gentle words, and the unshakable calm that followed him always. He treated each patient not as a case file, but as a life story; listening, understanding, connecting and reassuring.
Doctors are trained to save lives. But Dr. Sanil Kumar did something rarer: he touched lives. From the poorest laborer to the well-heeled businessman, he gave each patient his time, his respect, and his undivided attention. People walked into his care with ailments and walked out with hope.
The Activist with a Cause
Beyond the hospital walls, Dr. Kumar stood tall as a man of vision and commitment. He was at the forefront of the Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer Movement, fighting relentlessly for the establishment of the Cochin Cancer Research Centre. This was not just a campaign; it was his mission to ensure that every citizen, regardless of their financial status, had access to world-class cancer care.
He worked closely with the legendary Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer, dedicating his energy to building up facilities at the Government Medical College Hospital, Ernakulam. His efforts weren’t for fame or applause. He simply believed that healthcare was a human right, and he did everything in his power to make it accessible.
A Legacy Written in Hearts | Irreplaceable, Indeed
Many had encountered a man who made them feel seen, valued, and cared for.
He is a gentle warrior, a silent reformer, and a true friend of the people was no more.
There are people whose loss can never truly be recovered from; not because of their titles or wealth, but because of the depth of their character. Dr. N.K. Sanil Kumar was one such person. He didn’t just serve a generation; he blessed it. His values, his humility, his acts of kindness will ripple through time.
In a world obsessed with speed and achievement, Dr. Kumar chose empathy. He chose people. He chose goodness.
Yes, some people are irreplaceable. Their generations immensely blessed. Dr. N.K. Sanil Kumar was one of those rare souls. And though he may have left us in body, the light he ignited in countless hearts will shine on; unfading, eternal.
