One-Day Workshop on Blood and Organ Donation Awareness Campaign at Post Graduate Government College Sector 11 Chandigarh

Updated on Friday, March 27, 2026
  • A one-day workshop on Blood and Organ Donation Awareness was conducted at PGGC, Sector 11, Chandigarh, to sensitize students about the importance of saving lives through voluntary donation. The session aimed to spread knowledge, dispel myths, and encourage active participation in this noble cause.

    The session began with an address by Mrs. Preeti Gupta, who emphasized organ donation as the ultimate “gift of life.” A comprehensive scope on organ donation was covered, including:

    • The concept of organ and tissue donation and its lifesaving impact.
    • The current status of organ donation in India, highlighting the gap between requirement and donation rates.
    • Comparative statistics of India with other countries, and variations among Indian states. The opt-out policy was also explained.
    • Explanation of terms such as live related and live unrelated donation.
    • Differences between natural death, brain death, and coma.
    • Dispelling myths and misconceptions with factual information.
    • Real-life stories of successful organ transplants.
    • Importance of carrying a Donor Card and the process of pledging for organ donation, with encouragement to discuss the decision with family members.

    The session was interactive, with students raising questions that were addressed comprehensively.

    The workshop witnessed active participation from around 120 NSS volunteers. Students were encouraged to register with NOTTO (National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization) to contribute to the cause and extend their impact beyond their academic roles. Both professors and students appreciated the efforts of MF-SRDF in conducting this meaningful initiative.

    To further engage students, poster making and slogan writing activities were organized. These were not competitive but designed to encourage creative expression and reinforce learning. Participants crafted impactful posters and slogans that conveyed powerful messages such as:

    • “Donate Life”
    • “Be a Hero”
    • “Your Gift Can Save Many”
    • “Organ Donation: The Gift of Life”
    • “Be the Reason Someone Smiles Again”

    These activities fostered empathy, responsibility, and provided a platform for students to spread awareness in an artistic and memorable way.

    The workshop proved to be a meaningful initiative, instilling values of compassion and social responsibility among students. By combining informative sessions with creative activities, the event not only educated but also inspired youth to become advocates of blood and organ donation. This initiative is expected to create a ripple effect of awareness in the community, contributing towards a healthier and more humane society.

    MF-SRDF extended heartfelt gratitude to the Program Officers of NSS and NSS Team for their assistance and providing the opportunity to conduct this meaningful session.



    Source-Ms. Preeti Gupta
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