Blood donation camp receives overwhelming response
Nagpur: Marking World Blood Donor Day, a blood donation camp was jointly organised by Deendayal Shodh Sansthan, Baljagat, and Dr Hedgewar Blood Centre on June 14, 2025, at the Baljagat premises in Laxminagar from 8am to 1pm.
The camp received an overwhelming response from volunteers and well-wishers. The drive was aimed at supporting patients suffering from serious conditions like sickle cell anemia and thalassemia, which require regular blood transfusions.
Prominent personalities including Baljagat president Meera Khadakkar, secretary Prashant Deshpande, Ashokji Kashikar, Ashokji Shevde, Sanjay Phatak, and Madhavi Joshirao visited the camp and encouraged the donors. Representing Dr Hedgewar Blood Centre were Ashokji Patki, Dr Sheryl Padole, Rani Kubde, Swarnima Kamalwar, Sheetal Patle, Shripad Moharir, and Shubhangi Nevare, who extended their full support.
From Baljagat, Sharad Pedage, Avinash Bajujwar, Arun Motghare, and Nikita Lute assisted in organising the camp efficiently.
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