Anakapalli District Collector Vijaya Krishnan and Pendurthi MLA Panchakarla Ramesh Babu have recently inaugurated the SITARA Palliative Care Centre in Sabbavaram, aimed at delivering compassionate, comprehensive palliative care to patients.The facility, unveiled on focuses on Thursday, pain relief and addressing the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients and their families.Applauding the collaborative initiative, Ms. Krishnan stated in a release that the facility will provide comfort, dignity, and crucial support to cancer patients. Mr. Babu assured support to mobilise CSR funds to strengthen hospice facilities.HBCH&RC Director Dr. Umesh Mahantshetty stated in a release that the centre will also train health staff for cancer screening and palliative care delivery, aiding the rollout of comprehensive care across Andhra Pradesh. Published - September 05, 2026 08:43 pm IST