5 Punjab Battalion NCC Academy, Rupnagar, Punjab

Date: May 19, 2026

Venue: NCC Academy, District Rupnagar, Punjab

The SRDF-MF Foundation was privileged to be invited by Col. Sandeep Roy, Commanding Officer of 5 Punjab Battalion NCC Academy, Rupnagar, Punjab, to conduct an awareness session on organ donation for NCC cadets. The program witnessed enthusiastic participation from nearly 550 cadets representing schools and colleges across Rupnagar, along with 20 Officers.

Ms Preeti Gupta, Program Officer, introduced the mission and vision of the foundation, alongwith emphasized organ donation as the ultimate “gift of life” and highlighting the critical role of youth in championing this noble cause. She also presented the current status of organ donation in India, drawing comparisons with global benchmarks and discussing policy frameworks such as the opt-out system.

The following key topics covered:

• Concept of organ donation and its impact
• Eligibility and donor types (live related/unrelated)
• Differences between natural death, brain death, and coma
• Eye donation procedures and corneal preservation
• Dispelling myths with facts
• Real-life transplant stories to inspire cadets
• Importance of donor cards and family discussions before pledging

The cadets and officers actively participated, asking insightful questions and expressing their support. The Commandant and officers concluded by encouraging all cadets to pledge their organs and spread awareness among family, friends, and teachers.

This initiative not only educated the participants but also inspired them to become ambassadors for organ donation, reinforcing the message that donating organs is the ultimate act of giving life.

On behalf of SRDF-MF, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Col. Sandeep Roy and the officers of the 5 Punjab Battalion NCC Academy Rupnagar for their warm invitation and support in organizing this impactful session. Special thanks to the cadets whose enthusiasm and commitment made the program truly meaningful.

We believe that the seeds of awareness sown today will grow into a strong movement led by the youth, ensuring that the noble cause of organ donation reaches every household.