UKHRUL: Naga Students’ Union Bangalore (NSUB) along with the Eastern Nagaland Students’ Union, Bengaluru (ENSUB) organized a blood donation drive in collaboration with Bangalore Baptist Hospital on March 21.
The drive saw people from different walks of life coming forward with one intention to help save lives.
Stating that the Bangalore Baptist Hospital has always been there for the Naga community, the students’ unions said the initiative was a small way of saying “thank you” and giving back to the hospital.
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“Many of our Naga brothers and sisters, even those who come from outside Bangalore for treatment, have received care and support, including concessions. This initiative was a small way of saying thank you and giving back,” a statement read.
Speaking on the occasion, NSUB president Nungsangmongla Ozukum shared, “We are truly grateful to everyone who came forward. This is what community and compassion look like, and a unit of blood donated today may give years of life to another patient.”
ENSUB president Loungtok Konyak also mentioned “This marks an important beginning in building a strong relationship with Bangalore Baptist Hospital. We hope this collaboration will pave the way for better access to quality healthcare for the Naga community in Bangalore.”
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“More than just an event, it was a reminder of what we can do when we come together. Some came with fear, yet chose to donate blood making the effort even more special,” the statement added.
NSUB and ENSUB extended their sincere thanks to Bangalore Baptist Hospital, all the donors and volunteers who made the drive a success.