On February 21, 2026, the MOHAN Foundation conducted an awareness programme on organ and tissue donation at Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for Women. Around 60 students from four departments actively participated in the session.

The programme commenced with a warm welcome by the MSW department faculty and students. Dr. Hemal Kanvinde, Quality Assurance Officer, introduced the session and encouraged students to note down their doubts and queries regarding organ donation to facilitate an open and interactive discussion.

The first session was led by Ms. Kanishka, Project Executive, who delivered an informative talk on eye donation. She highlighted its importance, the urgent need for corneal donations, essential precautions, and the process of corneal retrieval. The session was highly interactive, with students raising thoughtful questions such as who informs the eye bank after death, the time frame for cornea retrieval, and eligibility for donation after undergoing prior eye treatments. All queries were addressed in detail.

The next session was conducted by Mrs. Arshiya Fathima, Senior Project Executive, who engaged participants through an online quiz on organ and tissue donation. The enthusiastic participation of students made the activity lively and informative. The top three winners were awarded badges in recognition of their performance.

This was followed by a comprehensive session on organ donation by Dr. Hemal Kanvinde. She explained the concept of brain death, the procedures involved in pledging and receiving organs, and emphasized the critical need for organ donors in India. To inspire the students, she shared a powerful recipient’s story, illustrating how organ donation can transform lives. Participants asked several pertinent questions regarding time limits for organ retrieval, the choice of organs for donation, assessment of organ health, and the pledging process — all of which were clarified during the discussion.

By the end of the programme, six individuals — three staff members and three students — pledged their eyes and organs, reflecting the impact of the session. The MOHAN Foundation expressed its sincere gratitude to the MSW department for their collaboration and for providing the opportunity to conduct this meaningful awareness programme.