New Delhi: On the occasion of World Blood Donor Day, Union Health Minister Shri JP Nadda on Saturday encouraged people to donate blood and help save lives. He called blood donation a simple, safe act that can make a significant difference for those in need.
In a message shared on social media platform X, Nadda said, “World Blood Donor Day brings us together to raise awareness about the importance of donating blood. It saves millions of lives worldwide by supporting those who need it most. Yet, many people hesitate due to misinformation and fear.”
He added, “Let’s use this day to break the myths and encourage more people to donate. This year's theme, 'Give Blood, Give Hope: Together We Save Lives,' reminds us that blood donation is simple, safe, and can make a huge impact.”
The Union Minister also appealed to people to support the cause and participate actively. “The act of donating blood is simple, safe, and can make a huge impact on the needy ones,” Nadda stated.
World Blood Donor Day is observed every year on June 14 to raise awareness about the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their contributions. The day marks the birth anniversary of Karl Landsteiner, the scientist who discovered the ABO blood group system. The World Health Organization (WHO) first organised the global event in 2004.
Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, also marked the day by appreciating blood donors. In a post on X, he said, “On this #WorldBloodDonorDay, let’s salute the selfless heroes whose noble act gives others a second chance at life. One donation can make all the difference. Donate blood, be the reason someone lives.”
The Ministry of Health also shared a post encouraging people to donate. It clarified that individuals between 18 and 65 years of age, who weigh at least 45 kg and have a haemoglobin level above 12.5 g/dL, are eligible to donate blood safely.
The central message of the day, promoted by ministers and health officials, focused on raising awareness, dispelling myths, and highlighting the life-saving impact of regular blood donation.
