CHANDEL: Chandel district witnessed two major humanitarian initiatives on Saturday as a Free Mega Health Camp and the fourth edition of a Voluntary Blood Donation Camp were successfully organised, bringing specialist healthcare services and promoting the spirit of voluntary blood donation among the people.
A One-Day Free Mega Health Camp was organised at the Town Hall, Panchai, by Jivan Hospital, Kakching, in association with YN College of Nursing & Paramedical College and in collaboration with the Lambung Youth and Cultural Club (LYCC).
The outreach programme brought a team of 40 medical professionals, including specialist doctors, professors, nurses, pharmacists, and administrative staff from various departments of Jivan Hospital to Chandel. The initiative aimed to provide quality healthcare services to the people of the district while strengthening community outreach.
A total of 173 beneficiaries availed themselves of the services offered during the camp. Specialist consultations were provided in Endocrinology, Hepatology and Gastroenterology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Dentistry, General Medicine, Physiotherapy, and Dietetics. Free Random Blood Sugar (RBS) and Uric Acid tests were also conducted, while essential medicines were distributed free of cost to patients as required.
The Lambung Youth and Cultural Club (LYCC), led by its president, S.T. Heberson, coordinated the programme and ensured the smooth conduct of the camp. Speaking on the occasion, Heberson expressed gratitude to Jivan Hospital for bringing specialist healthcare services to Chandel and said the initiative enabled residents to access quality medical consultation and treatment closer to home. He hoped similar outreach programmes would continue in the future for the benefit of the community.
Meanwhile, the fourth Blood Donation Camp was organised at the Community Health Centre, Chakpikarong, by the Anal Lenruwl Tangpi (ALT), Imphal Branch, with the support of ALT General Headquarters and ALT Chakpikarong Branch. The camp was conducted in association with Shija Blood Centre, Langol, with logistical support from Joyful Friends under the theme “One Roof, One Donor.”
The primary objective of the blood donation drive was to ensure timely availability of blood for patients in need while reducing the burden on families in arranging replacement donors at hospitals in Imphal. ALT Imphal Branch is also a partner of Helping Hands for People, Manipur, reflecting its continued commitment to humanitarian service.
The camp witnessed an enthusiastic response, with 56 voluntary blood donors participating from various villages and localities, including Y/Khutha, Tampi, Thorcham, Khubung Khunou Novokom, Chakpikarong Village and Bazaar, Khumbung Khullen, Anal Khunou, Charongching, Nungpan, Dangkhu, Dutejol, Kanakangbung, and Shangni.
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The programme commenced with an opening prayer by Pastor Rng Wilson of Chakpikarong Baptist Church. The organisers expressed their gratitude to Mr. H.L. Lovingson, Special Contractor, Mr. K.T. Zechariah, former General Secretary of ALT, and ALT Chakpikarong Branch for sponsoring the event. Appreciation was also extended to the medical team from Shija Blood Centre, volunteers, and all the blood donors for making the camp a success.
Addressing the gathering, Khiunshari Lukhu, General Secretary of ALT Imphal Branch, stressed the urgent need for the timely completion of the Blood Bank under construction at the District Hospital, Chandel. He described voluntary blood donation as one of the noblest acts of humanity, capable of saving countless lives, and encouraged more people to come forward and participate in future donation drives.
The successful organisation of both programmes underscored the growing spirit of community participation and collaboration among healthcare institutions, voluntary organisations, and local bodies in improving healthcare access and promoting lifesaving humanitarian initiatives across Chandel district.
