Life-changing Onam gift for young amputee

FREE SURGERY IN ABU DHABI ENDS A DECADE OF STRUGGLE

- BY ASHWANI KUMAR Chief Reporter

In December 2013, 21-year-old Sharon Cheriyan from Kerala’s Kottayam district was riding pillion on a bike when his life shattered in seconds. A hit-and-run accident killed his friend instantly and left Sharon with catastrophic injuries to his pelvis and leg.

Since infection was spreading, doctors were forced to amputate his right leg. "When doctors told me that amputation was the only option, it felt like my life had ended. I was clueless about my future," he said.

He spent nine months in the hospital battling injuries and relentless pain. The family even had to sell their home to pay for treatment. Sharon’s weight dropped from 90kg to 47kg.