Director General Prisons, J&K- Sh. H.K. Lohia, IPS also donated blood at Central Jail Srinagar. Speaking on the occasion, he said that donating blood is one of the most precious gift, for humanity, and it strengthens the virtue of donation and inculcates, the concept of One Universe One Human Race as anyone can give to another person – “the gift of life”. Blood donation is noble virtue, which not only saves precious lives but also benefits the donor. Shri Lohia complimented and thanked the donors and medical/para-medical staff from Health and Medical Education Department as well as all Supporting Staff, Media and Countrymen, for supporting the drive. He added today is Vishwakarma Diwas also, and the Giant Strides, Mega Projects, will receive Blessings, befittingly.
Union Health Ministry has launched a massive blood donation campaign called ”Raktdaan Amrit Mahotsav” Pakhwara (fortnight) from 17th September – 1st October 2022. This initiative urges individuals to donate blood and support the Prime Minister’s Vision for Mankind.