Red Cross committed to serving the poor: Kangra DC

Kangra Deputy Commissioner Hemraj Bairwa, who is also the president of the District Red Cross Society, has emphasised the importance of resource development and innovation for sustainable income generation to better serve the poor, needy and helpless. He was addressing the society’s annual general meeting at the Deputy Commissioner’s office auditorium on Monday.

The Annual Activity Report for 2021-22 to 2024-25 was released, highlighting initiatives in healthcare, rehabilitation and public awareness. Bairwa reiterated that the Red Cross Society stands for service and humanity without discrimination, urging citizens to actively participate in social welfare activities.

He said the Red Cross Physiotherapy Unit at Prayas Bhawan, Dharamsala, treated 1,777 patients suffering from various ailments. He added over the past three years, the society has organised 370 rehabilitation camps, assisted 1,007 disabled individuals and conducted 38 blood donation camps, collecting 1,900 units of blood.

Financial aid was provided to 784 needy individuals, while ambulance services offered emergency support to 105 people.