Gorkha Union Dimapur celebrated the 67th Martyrs Day commemoration of the first Gorkha Martyr ‘Major Durga Malla’ (INA) and in fond memories of Kargil Martyr Captain N Kenguruse and other gallant martyrs with a blood donation drive at Lion’s club Dimapur.
The camp was organized by the members of DGU on Thursday with Zhaleo Rio, secretary, PHE & Fisheries government of Nagaland as chief guest and Hokivi Chishi, president DCCI as guest of honour. Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest appealed to the citizens to be prepared to donate blood so that more lives could be saved in times of emergency.
He said Nagas despite being in the 21st century still have wrong ideas and fears about donating blood, thinking it would make someone weak or sick. He also urged DGU to organize blood donation camp as a regular feature, at the same time, appreciated the union for observing the 67th Martyrs day of first Gorkha Martyr ‘Major Durga Malla and in memory of Kargil Martyr Captain N Kenguruse.
Hokivi Chishi while addressing those gathered to mark this important occasion said all must contribute by creating awareness about blood donation and that it was one’s bonded duty to not only lay down their lives for the nation but also donate for the cause of the nation.
He appreciated the blood donation drive organized by DGU and said even if one cannot die for the nation, one can still sacrifice by donating blood for those in need.
He urged the Gorkha union Dimapur to always play a leading role by keeping the sacrifices made by the martyrs fresh in the minds of the younger generation.
Kumar Subba, chairman DGU gave a brief introduction of Major Durga Malla.
Dr. Temsu, in-charge blood bank Dimapur district hospital said more than 400 Gorkha members of Dimapur took part in the blood donation drive but only 110 units could be taken due to technical reasons.
Dr. Temsu also said the Gorkha Dimapur Union created a history with the most number of volunteers partcipating in the blood donation drive.
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