Malayala Manorama's 'Hridayapoorvam' project, a lifeline for Kerala, is celebrating its silver jubilee on Monday, marking 25 years of service and 2,500 free heart surgeries since its inception.

Launched in 1999 with the mission of facilitating 50 heart surgeries in collaboration with the Madras Medical Mission, the initiative has transcended its original goal and become an integral part of the lives of countless Malayalees.

Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar will inaugurate the silver jubilee celebrations at 3.30 pm on Monday at Mammen Mappillai Hall, Kottayam. Dr Tessy Thomas, renowned as the 'Missile Woman of India' and Vice Chancellor of Noorul Islam University, will preside over the event. 

To commemorate this milestone, Madras Medical Mission Chairman and Head of Cardiology, Dr Ajit Mullassery, will release a special postal cover titled 'Hridayapoorvam @25'. The Governor will also honour the doctors of Madras Medical Mission, who have led the free heart check-up camps under the initiative.

The day will begin with Health Minister Veena George inaugurating a panel discussion on heart health at 10.30 am. Malayala Manorama Chief Resident Editor Harsha Mathew will felicitate the paramedical staff of Madras Medical Mission, acknowledging their vital role in the project's success.

In addition, photos showcasing rare and touching moments from the heart check-up camps will be exhibited at the Mammen Mappillai Hall starting in the morning. The inaugural function will be followed by a cultural evening at 5.00 pm.

As part of the jubilee celebrations, a state-wide marathon was held on Sunday across all districts—the event aimed to spread the message of World Heart Day and inspire people to prioritise heart health.

Since its launch in 1999, Hridayapoorvam has been a lifeline for underprivileged heart patients, offering free examinations and life-saving surgeries. Over the past 25 years, the initiative has conducted 82 free heart check-up camps and facilitated 2,500 free heart surgeries across Kerala. Remarkably, 1,500 of these surgeries have been performed on children.