Mysuru: The Youth Red Cross Unit of Sarada Vilas College, in association with the Indian Red Cross Society and Blood Bank, K.R. Hospital, Mysuru, had organised a Blood Grouping & Blood Donation Camp at AV Hall in the College premises in Krishnamurthypuram recently.

The special invitee, S.S. Vydhyanatha, Hon. Secretary, Indian Red Cross Society, Mysuru Unit, inspired the students with the importance of blood donation and the individuals towards societal responsibility.

Dr. Kusuma, the Blood Bank Officer, educated the students on the importance of blood donation in present days.

The programme was led by doctors from K.R. Hospital, including Dr. Naveen and Dr. Soni.

A total of 80 students and 20 Assistant Professors participated in the event. A total of 40 volunteers (38 students & 2 staff) donated blood during the event.

Dr. M. Devika, Principal, Sarada Vilas College, presided over the event. The event was co-ordinated by Capt. R.A. Manjunath, Red Cross Officer, Sarada Vilas College, Mysuru.