Blood donation camp organised on International Day of Persons with Disabilities

On the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (PwD) being observed across the world today, the Disabled Persons Welfare Society, here, took a unique initiative.

Today, the president of the organisation, Sandeep Sharma, donated blood in an effort to convey the message that persons with disabilities were an important part of society. Sharma said he and several members of their society, who are also persons with disabilities, donate blood every three to four months for children affected by thalassemia. He also mentioned that tricycles and wheelchairs were recently been provided to persons with disabilities in the district to meet their essential needs.

During the blood donation camp, the society’s cashier-cum-general secretary, Rajkumar, said, “Our organisation is always committed to welfare of persons with disabilities. Whenever they need anything, the society ensures it is provided. Every year, society arranges BERA tests for children with hearing impairments and also provides them hearing aids.”

On the occasion, social worker Dolly Cheema praised efforts made by persons with disabilities. Anita Kumari and Kuljeet Bangar were also present on the occasion. — OC