A blood donation camp was successfully organized by the Students’ Wing of Sikkim Government College, Namchi, in collaboration with HDFC Bank Limited, Namchi on 20th September, 2024 at Sikkim Government College auditorium hall. The camp was further supported by the Red Ribbon Club of Sikkim Government College, Namchi, with technical assistance provided by the Namchi District Hospital Blood Centre. The primary goal of the camp was to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and to collect blood for patients in need. The objectives of the camp were:
To encourage blood donation among students and the local community.
To increase the blood supply at the Namchi District Hospital Blood Centre.
To promote social responsibility and community engagement, especially among young people.
Organisers and Collaborators
Organizers: Students’ Wing, Sikkim Government College, Namchi.
Collaborators: HDFC Bank Limited, Namchi, and Red Ribbon Club of Sikkim Government College.
Technical Support: Namchi District Hospital Blood Centre.
Event Highlights
Participation: The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, staff, and local residents. A total of 100 volunteers stepped forward to donate blood.
Medical Assistance: The Namchi District Hospital Blood Centre provided technical support, ensuring proper screening and health check-ups for all donors. Only those who were deemed medically fit were allowed to donate.
Donations: A total of 100 units of blood were collected during the camp, which will significantly help in emergency medical situations.
Refreshments and Certificates: After donating, all participants were provided with refreshments, and each donor received a certificate of appreciation for their contribution.
Conclusion The blood donation camp organized by the Students’ Wing of Sikkim Government College, Namchi, in collaboration with HDFC Bank Limited, Namchi, and supported by the Red Ribbon Club and Namchi District Hospital Blood Centre, was a major success. The collection of 100 units of blood will greatly benefit those in need, and the event helped in building awareness about the importance of donating blood regularly. This initiative stands as a positive example of community collaboration, and the organizers hope to make it an annual event to continue promoting this life-saving cause.