Mansi Dhurvey is just five years old, but she’s already facing a battle that no child should ever have to fight. Born in the quiet village of Kharghana in Dindori, Madhya Pradesh, Mansi is the daughter of Naresh Kumar. Like most children her age, she once dreamed of going to school, making friends, and playing in the open fields near her home. Her world was once small, but filled with innocence and the joy of discovering new things each day. But all of that changed when an unusual swelling appeared near her mouth.

At first, her parents thought it was just a small infection. Something minor that would go away with time or a visit to the local clinic. But it didn’t. The swelling grew larger, and Mansi’s discomfort turned into pain. Soon, even simple activities like eating, speaking, or smiling became difficult. The little girl who once used to chatter non-stop fell quiet. And her parents, growing increasingly concerned, decided to take her to a bigger hospital. After several tests and consultations with specialists, the diagnosis came like a punch to the gut: Adipocytic Embr yonic Rhabdomyosarcoma. A rare and aggressive form of cancer that forms in the soft tissues, particularly in areas like the mouth, throat, or genitals. For Mansi, it had taken root dangerously close to her mouth.

Her parents were devastated. They had never heard of such a disease before. And more importantly, they had no idea how they would ever afford the treatment.

The Growing Burden: Financial, Emotional, and Social

Mansi’s treatment is complicated. Doctors have recommended multiple-stage surgical procedures, followed by intensive medical care and monitoring. The estimated cost of her treatment stands at ₹12,25,000 (Twelve lakh twenty-five thousand rupees)—a sum unimaginable for her family.

Here is what her treatment includes:

• Surgical treatment in multiple stages
• ICU care and general ward stay for 20–25 days
• Medicines and critical care charges
• Anesthetist and surgery charges
• Investigations and diagnostic scans
• Grafts and miscellaneous post-operative support

Mansi’s father, Naresh, does not also have a high income salary. On good days, he brings home a few hundred rupees. On bad days, there’s nothing. Her mother stays home to care for Mansi and her siblings. With no stable income, no savings, and no assets to sell, the question is simple: Where will they get twelve lakh rupees? But beyond the financial burden, there’s an emotional one that’s far heavier.

Mansi doesn’t want to go to school anymore. Not because she doesn’t like learning. But because the other kids stare. Some whisper. A few even laugh. The swelling on her face has made her the subject of ridicule. And what’s worse, she knows it. A child so young, already burdened with the understanding that she’s different in a way that people fear or mock. “She cries when she looks in the mirror,” her mother says, holding back tears. “She asks us if she’ll ever look normal again.” What do you say to a five-year-old who asks such questions?

The Light at the End of the Tunnel

Thankfully, all hope is not lost. A dedicated team of doctors have come together to create a comprehensive treatment plan for Mansi. They are confident that with timely intervention, Mansi can recover—not just physically, but emotionally too.

The surgery will not only remove the tumor but also ensure that her face can regain its structure. Post-operative care, including physiotherapy and counseling, will help her reintegrate into school and society.

The question now is—not whether Mansi can be cured—but whether we, as a community, can come together in time to help fund that cure.

Why Your Help Matters

When we hear about illnesses like cancer, especially rare ones, we often feel like the problem is too big. But here’s the truth: every rupee counts.

This isn’t just about funding a surgery. It’s about giving Mansi her childhood back. It’s about ensuring she doesn’t grow up believing that she is less than others just because of how she looks or how much money her family has.

It’s about dignity. It’s about hope.

Let’s Not Let Money Decide Her Future

Mansi has already suffered more in her five short years than most people do in a lifetime. But she is still fighting. And she’s not giving up.

All she needs now is a little help. A little kindness. A little belief.

Let’s come together to give her the future she deserves. Because behind that swollen cheek and those tear-filled eyes is a child who just wants to laugh again. To run again. To be a kid again.

And with your help, she can be.

Donate now. Share her story. Be her miracle.