The Ministry of Defence, in collaboration with the Armed Forces Transfusion Centre organised a Blood Donation Camp on the occasion of National Voluntary Blood Donation Day on 1st October 2025 at South Block, New Delhi. The theme for this year’s campaign was “Give Blood, Give Hope: Together We Save Lives.”

A total of 202 officials and staff of the Ministry of Defence donated blood. Each donor underwent pre-donation counselling and health screening to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. The camp highlighted the life-saving importance of voluntary blood donation and reinforced the role of community participation in strengthening the national healthcare system.

The event was graced by Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh. A qualified medical team comprising 02 Medical Officers, 02 Junior Commissioned Officers and 10 Paramedical Staff (Blood Transfusion Assistants), along with the required equipment, ensured smooth and safe conduct of the camp.

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