Swastha NavJeevan

Healthy New Life

An initiative by Bhaktivedanta Ayurvedic Healing and Research Centre (BAHRC), ISKCON Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India 410210

Swastha NavJeevan — “Healthy New Life” — is a free, evidence-based programme that restores the dignity, calm and strength a cancer takes away. Its flagship is the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat (HCHR), the world's first protocol to weave nutrition, mind-body therapy, art and meaning centred therapy into one structured, four-dimensional path to recovery.

Body Mind Intelligence Consciousness

Cancer Patients
Cancer Patient Caregivers
Cancer Survivors

Medicine heals the tumour. We heal the whole person. Healing is not just the killing of Cancer—it is treating the whole Cancer patient.

Photograph from the Swastha NavJeevan centre and retreat journey

Free
Non-Sectarian
Evidence-Based
Globally Replicable

Four dimensions of a whole person

Four connected areas shape the Swastha NavJeevan approach to supportive well-being

Body

Unlocking the secret of healthy living

Nutrition, movement and practical lifestyle routines that support everyday physical well-being.

Mind

Building emotional resilience

Mindfulness and reflective practices for calm, steadiness and responding to difficult emotions.

Intelligence

Sharpening the intellect

Music, art, writing and creative engagement that encourage attention, expression and participation.

Consciousness

Leveraging innate potential

Inclusive contemplation and meaning-centred practices that nurture identity, purpose and hope.

Swasth NavJeevan Framework

²H Health & Happiness: Physical strength through nutrition, movement, sleep and healthy routines.
²R Rejuvenation & Resilience: Emotional and cognitive renewal through mindfulness, art and creative healing.
²L Longevity & Lovely Life: Purpose, meaning and fearlessness that strengthen life beyond illness.

SNJ Wheel

Holistic Health

The wheel helps participants recognise personal strengths, understand where support is needed and carry balanced guidance into everyday life.

See the person beyond the diagnosis
Connect inner resilience with daily well-being
Turn retreat learning into meaningful action

The Swastha NavJeevan framework

The SNJ Wheel

Eight connected dimensions support one complete human being. Select any dimension to explore its role in whole-person care.

01 / 08 Selected dimension

Body

Physical well-being

Gentle movement, restorative yoga, sleep awareness and supportive lifestyle practices help participants reconnect with their bodies safely and confidently.

Gentle movement Yoga Rest and rhythm

A cancer patient representing the whole person at the centre of Swastha NavJeevan

Select a dimension or use the arrow controls to explore.

Representative image of a cancer patient sharing a supportive moment with her caregiver

Representative portrait of a woman navigating cancer treatment

Seen as a whole person Patient and caregiver support

Representative patient imagery

The person behind the diagnosis

Cancer changes more than the body. Care should reach the whole person.

Treatment focuses on the disease. Swastha NavJeevan is designed to support the fear, fatigue, uncertainty and isolation that can surround the cancer journey—alongside conventional oncology care.

Steadier days
Mindfulness and practical tools for calm during difficult moments.
Everyday strength
Nutrition, gentle movement and restorative lifestyle routines.
Clarity and expression
Music, art and reflective activities that encourage engagement.
Connection and purpose
Caregiver inclusion, supportive relationships, meaning and hope.

Explore our approach

Areas of supportive care—not promised medical outcomes.

Inside the guided retreat

Four sessions. One whole-person experience.

A guided retreat brings four connected dimensions together—supporting the body, mind, intelligence and soul alongside conventional oncology care.

Session one · Annamaya

Nourishing the body

Evidence-informed nutrition, gentle yoga, therapeutic movement and AYUSH-informed lifestyle practices for everyday well-being.

Nutrition
Movement
Restorative routines

Session two · Manomaya

Calming the mind

Mindfulness, gentle breathing and reflective practices that offer practical ways to respond to stress, worry and fear.

Mindfulness
Breathwork
Emotional steadiness

Session three · Vijnanamaya

Engaging the intellect

Music, visual art, expressive writing and creative activities that encourage attention, engagement and self-expression.

Music and art
Reflective writing
Creative engagement

Session four · Anandamaya

Reconnecting with meaning

Guided contemplation, sound-based practices and meaning-making that support identity, inner steadiness, purpose and hope.

Contemplation
Sound practices
Meaning and purpose

A landmark beginning

Our Flagship Program HCHR is Inaugurated by The Honorable Governor of Maharashtra

On 30 May 2026, Hon’ble Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma unveiled India’s first Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat and launched the divine music therapy ‘Krishna Sanjeevani’, an initiative by Bhaktivedanta Ayurvedic Healing and Research Centre (BAHRC), ISKCON Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India 410210.

30 May 2026Inauguration date
200+Guests and participants
ISKCON KhargharNavi Mumbai

Programme leaders and dignitaries assembled on stage at the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat inauguration — **HCHR and ‘Krishna Sanjeevani’ launch**

From the Chief Guest’s address

“The healing process of a human being cannot be only medicines and injections. It requires something more. It requires courage. And no injection or capsule can give you courage.”

His Excellency Shri Jishnu Dev Varma Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra · Chief Guest, HCHR Inauguration

Hon'ble Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma delivering the chief guest address — Chief Guest’s address **Shri Jishnu Dev Varma shares the vision for compassionate cancer care.**

Hon'ble Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma addressing guests at the inauguration — Address to the gathering **The Governor speaks to patients, physicians and invited guests.**

Hon'ble Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma being welcomed at the inauguration — Ceremonial welcome **The Chief Guest is welcomed to the landmark programme launch.**

Dignitaries standing together during the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat inauguration ceremony — The opening ceremony **Guests and programme leaders mark the retreat’s formal beginning.**

The Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat inauguration banner being unveiled on stage — Banner unveiled **India’s first Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat is presented on stage.**

The wider programme team assembled at the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat launch — A shared commitment **The wider team comes together to support the retreat’s launch.**

Support & collaboration

Two ways to connect with us.

Support Us

Help extend free, whole-person cancer support to more patients, caregivers and families.

Support Us

Collaborate With Us

Connect with the programme team to explore responsible clinical, institutional and referral collaboration.

The first to stand with us

Backed from day one.

The programme’s first public pledge came forward on the inauguration stage—turning encouragement into practical support for the retreat’s future.

Founding supporter

Shri Ramsheth Thakur

Former Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha · Founder President, Jnyandweepa Education Society

₹1 Cr

Pledged live on stage toward expanding the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat—the founding seed of the mission.

“Cancer spares no one—rich or poor, known or unknown. Every Indian deserves healing beyond medicine.”

How we can work together

Three ways to help sustain the retreat.

01 ₹5 lakh
Sponsor one complete retreat

Four guided sessions with planned meals and participant materials.
02 ₹50 lakh
Support a full programme year

Indicative support for twelve monthly retreat experiences.
03 ₹1 crore+
Become a founding patron

Support clinical research and responsible programme expansion.

Your retreat journey

Four simple steps. One supported experience.

Know what happens before, during and after the retreat—so you can arrive prepared and focus on the experience.

01

Before the retreat
Register

Share basic contact information and participation needs. The programme team will confirm your place and send arrival details.
02

At the centre
Attend the guided retreat

Take part in a four-session experience supporting the body, mind, intelligence and soul in a calm group environment.
03

Take-home support
Receive your resources

Leave with practical learning material, activity guidance and a simple tracker to help translate the retreat into daily habits.
04

After the retreat
Continue the 30-day challenge

Practise small, manageable actions at home and use the provided framework to maintain consistency beyond the retreat day.

Know before you arrive

Practical retreat information

Duration

Approximately four guided hours.

Venue

Bhaktivedanta Ayurvedic Healing and Research Centre (BAHRC), ISKCON Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India 410210

Meals and materials

Programme materials and vegetarian refreshments are provided as scheduled for the retreat.

Who may accompany you

A caregiver or family member is welcome. Confirm additional companions while registering.

Recommended to bring

Comfortable clothing, personal medicines, a current medication list and any oncology instructions you may need.

Evidence and safety

Designed as supportive care alongside conventional oncology.

Selected integrative practices may support specific symptoms and aspects of well-being when used appropriately, safely and within their evidence-based scope.

Important safety information

Complementary, never a replacement.

The retreat is complementary supportive care. It does not diagnose, treat or replace medical oncology care.

Continue all prescribed treatment and medication. Discuss significant diet, exercise, supplement or lifestyle changes with your oncology team.

Clinical governance principles

Participant screening and appropriate adaptation
Facilitators working within verified qualifications
Clear referral and escalation to medical professionals
Periodic review of evidence, protocols and participant safety

View our evidence approach

Selected programme modalities

Supportive practices with a defined purpose

Every practice should be adapted to the participant’s health, treatment stage, preferences and oncology guidance.

Gentle movement and yoga Mobility, confidence and fatigue support

Mindfulness and breathwork Stress awareness and emotional steadiness

Nutrition and lifestyle education Practical, informed daily choices

Music, art and expressive writing Expression, engagement and reflection

Meaning and spiritual well-being Purpose and inner steadiness for all faiths

Caregiver and social connection Belonging, communication and family support

Recognised supporting guidance

Read the clinical practice guidelines

Peer-reviewed

2023 Anxiety and depression in adults with cancer Society for Integrative Oncology–ASCO guideline 2024 Management of cancer-related fatigue ASCO–Society for Integrative Oncology guideline update 2022 Integrative medicine for pain management in oncology Society for Integrative Oncology–ASCO guideline

These publications support selected interventions for defined symptoms and populations. They do not validate every modality for every patient or establish the retreat as a cancer treatment.

Core team

Leadership behind the mission.

Programme, spiritual, clinical and operational leadership working together to build Swastha NavJeevan.

Dr. Sura Das

President, ISKCON Navi Mumbai

Spiritual and institutional leadership for the centre and its whole-person wellness mission.

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Dr. Vaishnavanghri Sevak Das

Vice President, ISKCON Navi Mumbai

Strategic leadership supporting programme development, partnerships and institutional direction.

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Dr. Suraj Dubey

Director, Bhaktivedanta Ayurvedic Healing & Research Centre

Centre leadership and coordination of its integrative wellness, education and research activities.

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Dr. Purushottam Das

Principal Investigator & Programme Director, HCHR

Programme design, research direction and coordination of the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat.

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Dr. Amogh Gauranga Das

Administration, Finance, Legal & IP

Governance support across administration, financial stewardship, legal coordination and intellectual property.

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Suresa Hari Das

Operations Manager

Retreat logistics, participant coordination and day-to-day operational delivery.

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Partners and collaborators

Collaboration with shared purpose.

A clearly grouped view of the clinical, advisory and community relationships listed in the supplied programme brochure.

Group 01

Clinical and research collaborators

6 organisations

ACTREC Clinical oncology collaboration

Tata Memorial Centre Clinical oncology collaboration

Population sciences Institutional research collaboration

Science and spirituality Knowledge and research collaboration

Prathima Cancer Institute Clinical oncology collaboration

Swaayu Cancer Care Centre Supportive cancer care collaboration

Group 02

Strategic advisors

4 advisors

Shri Ramseth Thakur Former Member of Parliament; Chairman, Janardan Bhagat Shikshan Prasarak Sanstha

B. S. Rao Hind Ratna awardee, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Neeraj Kumar Jha CEO, Global IOT School

Nisha JamVwal Global brand ambassador and strategic outreach advisor

Group 03

NGO partners

4 organisations

Uhapo Founder: Vivek Sharma

V Care Foundation Founder: Vandana Gupta

Access Life Foundation Co-founder: Ankeet Dave

Shubham Samajik Sevabhavi Sanstha Founder: Prabhakar Joshi

Frequently asked questions

Helpful answers before you register.

Clear guidance about eligibility, safety, attendance and practical arrangements for Swastha NavJeevan.

Swastha NavJeevan welcomes people affected by cancer, including patients, survivors and caregivers. The programme team will confirm suitability and any participation considerations after registration.

Yes. Swastha NavJeevan is offered without a programme fee. Scheduled vegetarian refreshments and programme materials are provided. The registration team will explain any retreat-specific arrangements in advance.

A formal medical referral is not required to join the priority registration list. Please share relevant health information and follow the advice of your treating oncology team when deciding whether to attend.

No. The retreat is complementary supportive care. It does not diagnose or treat cancer and must not replace medical oncology, prescribed medicines or advice from your treating clinicians.

Yes. One caregiver or family member is welcome to accompany a patient. Please mention the companion during registration so seating and materials can be planned.

Yes. People of every faith, background and income group are welcome. Spiritual activities are presented as inclusive supportive practices within a respectful whole-person programme.

Available facilitation languages may vary by retreat. Mention your preferred language when registering and the programme team will confirm the support available for that session.

Join the priority list through the registration section, email wellness@iskcon-navimumbai.org or call +91 73042 25760. The team will contact you when the next retreat details are confirmed.

The planned venue is Hare Krishna Land, Sector 23, Navi Mumbai 410 210. Please check your registration confirmation for the final venue, reporting time and arrival instructions.

Still have a question?

Speak with the programme team before reserving your place.

Call the team

The gap we fill

Medicine treats the disease. The person can still feel left behind.

Cancer care can involve more than procedures and prescriptions. Fear, fatigue, uncertainty and isolation may continue around treatment—creating a need for thoughtful, whole-person support.

0–38%

Reported prevalence range for major depression across cancer studies.

Massie · JNCI Monographs

Common

Cancer-related fatigue is recognised as a frequent, distressing concern.

ASCO–SIO Guideline · 2024

Human

Fear, exhaustion and isolation deserve attention alongside treatment.

Explore the four dimensions

1.41M

New cancer cases estimated in India during 2022.

IARC · GLOBOCAN 2022

Our connected response

Support beyond medical treatment.

Swastha NavJeevan brings complementary modalities into one guided experience, helping participants care for daily well-being, emotional steadiness, expression, connection and meaning.

Explore our whole-person approach

Yoga and gentle movement
Mindfulness and meditation
Evidence-informed nutrition
Music and creative activities
Patient and caregiver connection
AYUSH-informed lifestyle practices
Inclusive meaning and spiritual care
Free guided programme

Statistics describe population-level evidence and do not predict an individual participant’s experience or programme outcome.

About Swastha NavJeevan

Bhaktivedanta Ayurvedic Healing & Research Centre brings together evidence-informed supportive care, AYUSH traditions and timeless Vedic wisdom to care for the complete human being.

Swastha NavJeevan—meaning “Healthy New Life”—is the centre’s dedicated cancer-support initiative for patients, caregivers and survivors. It supports physical well-being, emotional steadiness, cognitive engagement and a renewed sense of purpose alongside conventional oncology care.

Person-centred Care for the individual, not only the illness
Family-inclusive Support for patients and those who care for them
Open to everyone All faiths, backgrounds and income groups welcome

Discover our approach Meet the team

Bhaktivedanta Ayurvedic Healing & Research Centre leadership during a formal programme presentation — Centre leadership and collaborators supporting the development of integrated, whole-person wellness initiatives.

Swastha NavJeevan

Four dimensions of a whole person

Unlocking the secret of healthy living

Building emotional resilience

Sharpening the intellect

Leveraging innate potential

The SNJ Wheel

Physical well-being

Cancer changes more than the body. Care should reach the whole person.

Four sessions. One whole-person experience.

Nourishing the body

Calming the mind

Engaging the intellect

Reconnecting with meaning

Assured Outcome

Our Flagship Program HCHR is Inaugurated by The Honorable Governor of Maharashtra

Two ways to connect with us.

Support Us

Collaborate With Us

Backed from day one.

Shri Ramsheth Thakur

Three ways to help sustain the retreat.

Sponsor one complete retreat

Support a full programme year

Become a founding patron

Four simple steps. One supported experience.

Register

Attend the guided retreat

Receive your resources

Continue the 30-day challenge

Practical retreat information

Join the priority list for the next retreat.

Designed as supportive care alongside conventional oncology.

Supportive practices with a defined purpose

Read the clinical practice guidelines

Leadership behind the mission.

Dr. Sura Das

Dr. Vaishnavanghri Sevak Das

Dr. Suraj Dubey

Dr. Purushottam Das

Dr. Amogh Gauranga Das

Suresa Hari Das

Collaboration with shared purpose.

Helpful answers before you register.

01 Who can attend?

02 Is the programme free?

03 Do I need a referral?

04 Does this replace cancer treatment?

05 Can caregivers attend?

06 Is it open to all faiths?

07 What languages are available?

08 How do I register?

09 Where is the retreat held?

Medicine treats the disease. The person can still feel left behind.

Support beyond medical treatment.

About Swastha NavJeevan

Swastha NavJeevan