HT Bureau
DIPHU, June 14: In observance of World Blood Donor Day, the Blood Centre of Diphu Medical College and Hospital (DMC&H) organized a voluntary blood donation camp on Saturday. The event was conducted under the aegis of the Assam State Blood Transfusion Council, Guwahati, with active collaboration from the Assam State Chapter of the Association of Surgeons of India, Diphu, and the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha – East Karbi Anglong District Committee (BJYM-EKADC).
The camp saw an encouraging turnout with over 50 voluntary donors, including members from BJYM, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), and the Association of Surgeons of India, Diphu. The initiative aimed not only to collect blood for patients in need but also to raise awareness about the critical importance of voluntary blood donation in saving lives.
Speaking on the occasion, BJYM-EKADC President Jiten Bey shared that the event was a heartfelt effort to extend support to patients in urgent need of blood transfusion. He stated, “This noble step has given many patients a second chance at life. In a world increasingly in need of compassion and solidarity, this act of selfless giving stands as a beacon of hope.”
The event also had a practical impact — during the course of the camp, two patients, Kamen Rongpi and Sika Lekthepi, received the blood they urgently needed.
Prominent dignitaries present at the camp included BJP East Karbi Anglong District President Roland Killing and Vice President Robbie Rongpi, who applauded the BJYM team for their commendable dedication. Their presence boosted the morale of the volunteers and emphasized the importance of youth involvement in social service initiatives.
Also attending the event were James Daimary, ACS Magistrate, Dr. Aparna Langthasa, Head of the Department of Pathology at DMC&H, and Dr. Rimi Phonglosa, Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology, who all appreciated the efforts of the organizing teams.
The BJYM team’s commitment to community service continues to inspire others, setting a shining example of how civic responsibility and youth engagement can make a tangible difference in society.