India, July 12 -- One of the questions I hear most often from parents is not, "Will my child survive?" It is, "Where will we stay tomorrow?"

That one question reveals a hidden reality of childhood cancer in India. For many families, the greatest challenge is not reaching a hospital. It is finding the strength and support to remain on treatment until the very end.

India has made remarkable progress in paediatric cancer care. Our doctors, nurses, hospitals and medical advancements have given thousands of children the opportunity to survive and thrive. Yet there is another battle taking place beyond the hospital walls, one that deserves far greater attention.

Families often travel hundreds of kilometres in search of treatment. What awaits...