11 people donate blood and 77 citizens undergo health check-ups at camp organised in Salka under Seva Sankalp Abhiyan
Raipur, October 2026: Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Minister Laxmi Rajwade said voluntary blood donation is a lifesaving form of support for patients in need. She emphasised that the participation of aware and responsible citizens is essential to ensure the availability of blood during emergencies.
Rajwade appealed to young people and all eligible citizens to come forward to donate blood and encourage others to participate in the noble cause.
The minister attended a blood donation and free health check-up camp organised under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan at the Primary Health Centre in Salka, under Bhaiyathan development block. During the camp, 11 people voluntarily donated blood, while 77 citizens underwent health check-ups. Rajwade honoured the blood donors and encouraged them for their contribution.
Rajwade said people must remain conscious about their health to ensure the timely detection and treatment of diseases. She urged citizens to make use of the healthcare services provided by the government and undergo regular medical check-ups.
She said the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan provides an opportunity to connect people from all sections of society with activities related to public service and welfare. Collective participation in initiatives related to healthcare, social awareness and assistance to people in need would help achieve the objectives of the campaign, she added.
The minister also appealed to people to work towards eliminating social evils such as untouchability and discrimination and promote equality, harmony and brotherhood in society.
Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years of public service, Rajwade said the objective of the campaign was to take forward the spirit of public welfare and nation-building through people's participation. She urged citizens to actively contribute to various service-oriented activities.
Ramsevak Paikra, Chairman of the Forest Development Corporation, said blood donation is an important way of fulfilling one's responsibility towards society and can give a new lease of life to someone in need. He appealed to young people to promote voluntary blood donation and urged eligible citizens to make use of health camps for medical examinations and consultations.
The Health Department team at the camp provided villagers with information about the importance of blood donation and essential health-related guidance.
Block Medical Officer Dr Rakesh Singh, BPM Kanchan Dewangan, the Medical Officer in charge of the Primary Health Centre, male and female Rural Health Officers, Community Health Officers, Health Department employees and local villagers were present at the programme.
