Blood Donation Camp
9th October 2026
NSS Cell of Dronacharya College of Engineering (DCE), Gurugram, organized a Blood Donation Camp on 09th October 2026 in collaboration with the Red Cross Society, Gurugram, with the aim of promoting voluntary blood donation and encouraging the college community to contribute towards saving precious lives. The initiative reflected the institution’s commitment to humanitarian service, social awareness, and community welfare.
Marking the beginning of this noble initiative, Dr. Isha Malhotra, Principal, Dronacharya College of Engineering, inaugurated the camp by donating blood herself. Her inspiring gesture encouraged students, faculty members, and staff to participate wholeheartedly and demonstrated the importance of leading by example in promoting social responsibility.
Enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and staff added momentum to the donation drive. Prof. Yashvardhan Soni, Prof. Ashwani Kumar, Prof. Kunal Kran, Mr. Satender Pal, and Mr. Anil Kumar were among the faculty and staff members who actively donated blood. With collective support from the donors, approximately 55 units of blood were collected, making the camp a meaningful contribution to this life-saving cause.
Efficient arrangements and coordinated efforts by all NSS Programme Officers (POs), student coordinators, and NSS volunteers ensured the smooth conduct of the programme. Their active involvement in managing the camp, assisting participants, and encouraging donations highlighted the spirit of teamwork, leadership, and voluntary service.
Beyond its immediate contribution to blood collection, the initiative emphasized the importance of voluntary blood donation in supporting patients during medical emergencies, surgeries, and critical treatments. It also encouraged young people to become active contributors to society by embracing compassion and responsible citizenship.
The NSS Cell expresses its sincere gratitude to Prof. (Dr.) Hansraj Yadav, Registrar, Dronacharya College of Engineering; the Red Cross Society, Gurugram; the staff of Civil Hospital, Sector 10, Gurugram; all NSS Programme Officers; student coordinators; faculty members; staff; and blood donors for their invaluable support and cooperation. Their collective efforts played a significant role in the successful organization of the camp.
Concluding on a note of humanity and collective commitment, the camp reinforced the message that every blood donation can offer someone a renewed chance at life. The initiative encouraged the college community to continue participating in such meaningful social welfare activities and contribute towards building a healthier and more caring society.
“Donate Blood, Save Lives - Be Someone’s Reason to Live!”