Pune: G H Raisoni College of Engineering and Management (GHRCEM), Pune, in collaboration with Jankalyan Raktapedhi Blood Bank, the NSS department, and the Department of B.Tech First Year, organized a successful blood donation camp to mark the occasion of Teacher’s Day on 5th September 2024. A total 145 students and faculty members was donated blood on the day, stated a press release.

N. B. Hulle, Deputy Director of GHRCEM, alongside Dr. Vaibhav Hendre, Dean Academics, and Dr. N. U. Korde inaugurated the blood donation camp. All donors received certificates of appreciation, concession coupons for one unit of blood (valid for one year), and a special appreciation badge for their contribution. Additionally, the college provided refreshments to all donors and volunteers as a token of gratitude.

The event was well-received, attracting over 500 visitors. Alongside the camp, a poster competition was held for students, receiving around 65 creative entries. Three winners were announced, adding excitement to the day’s events.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. R. D. Kharadkar, Campus Director of GHRCEM, praised the initiative and thanked the organizers, including Dr. Vandana Dureja, Dean of First Year B.Tech, and Mr. Kamal Ukey, NSS Coordinator, for their dedication in making the camp a success. Dr. Kharadkar extended his appreciation to all HODs, faculty members, non-teaching staff, and students who played a vital role in ensuring the camp’s smooth execution, stated a press release.