The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, presided over the ceremonial session of the AGM of the Indian Red Cross Society at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Center today (July 17, 2023).
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that philanthropy was considered the most important human value in the Indian tradition. She was happy to note that the Indian Red Cross Society has been serving people for more than 100 years. She added that the Red Cross has demonstrated its commitment through relief work during natural disasters and health emergencies. She appreciated all members and volunteers of the Society for their dedication and service to humanity. She said their dedication, compassion and selfless spirit towards human service inspires others. You expressed confidence that the Indian Red Cross Society will continue to work for the welfare of humanity.
The President was pleased to note that the Indian Red Cross Society is meeting approximately 10% of India’s blood needs through more than 100 blood donation centers and mobile campaigns across the country. He said that the Society of Indian Red Cross is playing an excellent role in safely collecting blood for the needy and promoting the culture of voluntary blood donation. He urged members of the Red Cross Society to work to remove misconceptions related to blood donation and to connect people, especially young people, to this noble social cause.
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