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Organ Donation Information Desk Set Up at Lourdes Convent High School; Blood Donation Camp Held in Saligao

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Saligao, January 17, 2026: An organ donation information desk was set up at a blood donation camp organised by Lourdes Convent High School, Saligao, in collaboration with Loving Hearts Goa and the North Goa District Hospital (Asilo) blood bank.



The initiative was led by Mr Gabriel Pereira, an Organ Donation Ambassador with the MOHAN Foundation. The blood donation camp was sponsored by Peppy’s Goan Kitchen Caterers, Porvorim, and was held from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.

The camp was formally inaugurated by the Headmistress of Lourdes Convent High School, Sr. Antonette Pereira, who lit the traditional lamp and led a welcome song, inviting parents to participate in the programme.

Loving Hearts Goa is a voluntary group founded by Mr Ranjit Rodrigues and comprises regular blood donors who organise blood donation camps across Goa. Mr Mark D’Souza serves as the President of the group, Mr Gabriel Pereira as Secretary, and Mrs Sanyukta Gawde as Treasurer. At every camp organised by the group, an organ donation information desk is set up to raise awareness on the importance of organ donation.

During the camp, Mr Pereira distributed approximately 36 informational flyers to donors, addressed frequently asked questions related to organ donation, and highlighted the importance of pledging to donate organs. The flyers also included a QR code enabling individuals to easily pledge as organ donors. As a result of this outreach, four individuals pledged to become organ donors.

At the conclusion of the event, Mr Pereira expressed his gratitude to Sr. Antonette Pereira, Mr Ranjit Rodrigues and Mr Mark D’Souza for their continued support of organ donation awareness initiatives and for their collaboration with the MOHAN Foundation.

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Victor Hospital & BJP Goa Host Blood Donation Camp on PM Modi’s Birthday

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Written by Intern Queeny George M.H , Team Allycaral

Margao, 17th September 2025:
 On the occasion of the 75th birthday of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Victor Hospital, in association with the BJP Medical Cell, hosted a Blood Donation Camp in Margao under the nationwide Sewa Pakhwada 2025 initiative.

The camp was formally inaugurated by Hon’ble PWD Minister & Margao MLA Shri Digambar Kamat, Hon’ble Navelim MLA Shri Ulhas Tuenkar, Dr. Sneha Bhagwat – Ayurvedic & Yoga Practitioner and Entrepreneur, Mr. Yogiraj Kamat – Social Worker, and Mr. Damodar Shirodkar – Margao Municipality Chairperson, in the presence of dignitaries, doctors, staff, and volunteers.

Also gracing the occasion were Shri Abhishek Kakodkar, President of BJP Margao Block, Ms. Roana Costa, Executive Director of Victor Hospital, Dr. Ajay Gangoli, COO & MS of Victor Hospital, and Dr. Eugene D’Souza, HoD Pathology & Blood Bank, Victor Hospital.

The initiative received enthusiastic participation, with citizens and hospital staff alike coming forward to donate blood and support the cause. Leaders from BJP Goa and representatives of Victor Hospital emphasized the significance of voluntary blood donation in saving lives and addressing critical healthcare needs.

Victor Hospital expressed its heartfelt gratitude to all donors, organizers, and participants for their contribution and reiterated its dedication to community health initiatives and service to society.

This initiative, held as part of Sewa Pakhwada, is one among several service-driven programs across the nation to mark the Prime Minister’s birthday, promoting the values of seva (service) and samarpan (dedication).

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JCI Panaji Hosts Life-Saving Mega Blood Donation Camp

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Written by Team Allycaral

On May 11, 2025, JCI Panaji, in collaboration with On Call Rakthdate Saunatha and Sarthak Foundation, successfully organized a Mega Blood Donation Camp at Kazi Shahabuddin Hall, Sawantwadi. The event saw an overwhelming response, with over 150 donors participating in this noble cause.

The camp was honored by the presence of distinguished guests, including Dayanand Gawas, Ex-Deputy Superintendent of Police, Sindhudurg; Ashwini Patil, Chief Officer, Sawantwadi Municipality; Lakham Bhosle, Yuvraj Sawantwadi; Madhuri Mulik, PSI Sawantwadi; and Mahesh Remulkar, Executive Chairman, On Call Rakthdate Saunatha. Their presence highlighted the importance of community service and blood donation.

The Mega Blood Donation Camp received tremendous support from the people of Sawantwadi and Goa, showcasing the community’s spirit of giving and humanitarianism. This selfless act of kindness will undoubtedly make a significant difference in the lives of many, demonstrating the power of collective effort in creating a positive impact.

JCI Panaji’s commitment to serving the community is truly commendable. Under the leadership of JC Sandeep Kerkar (President), JC Srushti Lotlikar Nagvekar (Secretary), and JC Deepa Shirgaonkar (Project Director), the organization continues to make a positive impact in the lives of people, inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the donors, volunteers, and organizers who made this event a success. Your contributions will help save countless lives and inspire others to follow in your footsteps. The success of this camp is a testament to the community’s generosity and the dedication of JCI Panaji and its partners.