National Voluntary Blood Donation Day 2025 observed at RIMS

The Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, observed National Voluntary Blood Donation Day 2025 today at Sushruta Hall, RIMS, under the theme “Give Blood, Give Hope: Together We Save Lives.” The program was organized by the Department of Transfusion Medicine, RIMS, with support from the State Blood Transfusion Council (SBTC), Manipur, and MACS Manipur.
Prof. G. Sunil Kumar Sharma, Director of RIMS, Imphal graced the function as the Chief Guest; Prof. N. Sanjib Singh, Medical Superintendent, RIMS Hospital, Imphal as the President; and Prof. L. Rajesh Singh, Dean (Academics), RIMS, Imphal. Also present as Guests of Honour were Dr. Pratima Khoyumthem, HoD (In-charge), Department of Transfusion Medicine, RIMS; Prof. A. Barindra Sharma, Professor, Department of Transfusion Medicine, RIMS; and Dr. H. Teresa, Deputy Director, Blood Transfusion Services, Manipur.
Speaking on the occasion, the Director of RIMS said,”Voluntary blood donation saves countless lives—donors are not just giving blood, they are giving hope and a future. At RIMS, we strive for a self-sufficient system without replacement donations, with growing support from paramilitary forces, students, NGOs, and individuals. One unit of blood can save up to three lives—let us pledge that no life should ever be lost for want of blood.”
As a mark of appreciation, voluntary donor organizations from the central paramilitary and defence forces, student organizations, and individual donors were felicitated for their humanitarian contributions and continued support to blood donation drives. In total, 30 voluntary blood donor organizations, 4 central paramilitary and defence units, 7 student organizations, and 12 individual donors (both male and female) were honored during the program.
The program was attended by observance reaffirmed the commitment of RIMS, SBTC, and associated organizations to build a strong voluntary blood donation movement in Manipur, ensuring that every patient in need of blood receives timely help.