KATHMANDU, DECEMBER 17
Senior TV Journalist Manoj Joshi has provided financial assistance of Rs 21,100 to the family of Prema Rogu, a 19-year-old resident of Mahalaxmi Municipality-2 in Dhankuta district who is battling a rare bone marrow disease.
Prema, currently pursuing Bachelor of Science degree, was undergoing treatment at the Civil Hospital in Kathmandu. However, due to insufficient funds, her medical care had been interrupted.
Upon learning about Prema's condition and the financial challenges faced by her family through a news story published in The Himalayan Times, Journalist Joshi felt compelled to extend a helping hand. Joshi stated that, just like the ocean is formed by every drop of water, this financial support, no matter how small, can have a meaningful impact. Joshi said that he gets self-satisfaction when he helps people who have not been able to get treatment due to financial crisis.
Bishnu Kumar Rogu, Prema's father, expressed gratitude saying, "When we are seeking all helping hands to save Prema's life, this support from journalist Joshi is invaluable to us." Journalist Joshi appealed to all to support Prema for her treatment.
THT covered a news story about Prema's health condition on December 4.
Doctors said that the family needed to spend at least Rs 10 million to treat the patient. Leukemia is spreading to the bone marrow rapidly, as per doctors. Microscopic examination indicated that hypercellular marrow showed predominant blast with high N:C ratio.
Born in Tanahun district, Joshi is a well-known figure in Nepal, a skilled television journalist, news anchor/correspondent, and talk show host. Joshi, who has been involved in television journalism for two decades, has earned fame by working as a news anchor, interviewer, and news producer on television channels such as Kantipur Television and Image Channel. Apart from this, Joshi's editorial ability, internal and external informative news reporting and presentation have also given a positive message.
Journalist Joshi has gained recognition as a philanthropist for consistently aiding the less fortunate as a compassionate gesture.
