RS PURA, Nov 2: The National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit of Government Degree College (GDC), RS Pura, in collaboration with the J&K Thalassaemia Welfare Society and Government Medical College (GMC), Jammu, organised a blood donation camp on the college campus to mark World Thalassaemia Day.
The programme was organised under the patronage of Principal Dr. Preetpal Kour, with the objective of spreading awareness about thalassaemia and encouraging voluntary blood donation as an important humanitarian service.
The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation and reflected a spirit of compassion, solidarity and social responsibility. The initiative aimed at supporting patients suffering from thalassaemia and others who depend on regular blood transfusions, while sensitising students and the wider community about the challenges associated with the disease.
Speaking on the occasion, Principal Dr. Preetpal Kour appreciated the collaborative efforts of the NSS Unit, NCC officers and the J&K Thalassaemia Welfare Society in organising the humanitarian initiative.
She highlighted that thalassaemia is a serious inherited blood disorder that requires sustained public awareness, timely diagnosis and appropriate medical guidance. She urged members of the community, particularly young people, to come forward and contribute towards reducing the difficulties faced by children suffering from the disease.
Dr. Neeti Dhar, Medical Officer, GMC Jammu, highlighted the importance of regular voluntary blood donation camps in maintaining an adequate and uninterrupted supply of blood for thalassaemia patients.
She explained that children suffering from thalassaemia major often require lifelong and regular blood transfusions to survive and maintain a reasonable quality of life. Emphasising the growing demand for blood, she appealed to healthy individuals, particularly young people, to make voluntary blood donation a regular social commitment rather than an occasional activity.
The camp was organised through the dedicated efforts of Prof. Lukesha Dubgotra, NSS Programme Officer; Dr. Kiran Lata, Associate NCC Officer (ANO), NCC Girls; and Dr. Sanjeev Upadhyay, Associate NCC Officer (ANO), NCC Boys. Their coordination and commitment played an important role in the successful conduct of the programme.
The initiative reflected the college’s commitment to community engagement, social responsibility and promoting a culture of voluntary service among students.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to the values of humanity, compassion and selfless service. Through this initiative, GDC RS Pura reaffirmed its commitment to extending the spirit of education beyond classrooms and contributing meaningfully towards the welfare of society.