Khan Jahangeer
Handwara, Oct 1 (JKNS): National Voluntary Blood Donation Day was observed at the 92-Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Thursday, with a blood donation camp organised at the battalion hospital under the leadership of Commandant Shri Mayank Tiwari, in collaboration with the medical team from District Hospital, GMC Handwara.
The camp was organised with the objective of promoting the spirit of voluntary blood donation and creating awareness about the importance of maintaining adequate blood supplies for patients in need. The day is observed across India on October 1 every year to promote voluntary blood donation and recognise the contribution of blood donors.
During the camp, 22 officers and personnel of 92-Bn CRPF voluntarily donated blood, demonstrating their commitment towards the noble cause and humanitarian service.
Speaking on the occasion, Commandant Shri Mayank Tiwari said that blood donation is a noble humanitarian act through which an individual can contribute directly towards saving precious human lives.
“Every unit of donated blood can become a source of hope for a patient in need. Voluntary blood donation is not only a social responsibility but also a meaningful humanitarian service. I appeal to all healthy and eligible personnel and citizens to come forward and donate blood voluntarily from time to time,” he said.
The Commandant also appreciated the officers and personnel who participated in the camp and encouraged them to continue spreading awareness about the importance of voluntary blood donation.
The medical team from District Hospital, GMC Handwara conducted the blood collection process and provided necessary medical assistance to the donors.
On the occasion, Shri Suresh Singh Payal, Second-in-Command; Shri Ravi Mishra, Second-in-Command; Shri Neeraj Kumar, Deputy Commandant; Shri Jaquwin Seno, Assistant Commandant; and Shri Deepak Kumar, Medical Officer, 92-Bn CRPF, besides other officers and personnel, were present.
The participating donors were appreciated for their voluntary contribution towards the humanitarian cause.
