KMCA organises 13th annual blood donation camp in association with SKMWA, HIF-Q, FFC-Q
Doha: The Karnataka Muslim Cultural Association (KMCA) in collaboration with South Kanara Muslim Welfare Association (SKMWA) organised its 13th annual blood donation camp here at the HMC Blood Donor Center, Bayth Al Dhiyafa Medical City.
The camp was also supported by Highland Islamic Forum – Qatar (HIF-Q) and Family Friends Circle – Qatar (FFC-Q).
According to an official press statement from the KMCA, at least 175 people attended the event of which 110 enrolled for voluntary blood donation. However, the release added that 60 people successfully donated blood after going through mandatory routine check-ups in accordance with the local regulations.
Dr. Mohan Thomas was present at the event as the chief guest. In his address, Dr. Thomas spoke about why voluntary blood donations are important and how it affects the lives of other people and families.
Dr. Tabrez, Dr. Gaffar Ali, and Milan Arun were also present at the event and addressed the gathering.
KMCA General Secretary Suhaib Ahmed compered the event while KMCA President Fayaz Ahmed welcomed the guests and dignitaries to the event.
Javed Shariff, President of Family Friends Circle, recited the verses from Holy Quran followed by the translation.
On behalf of President of SKMWA Abdul Razzak, General Secretary Imran Bantwal welcomed and introduced doctors who spoke on the benefits of blood donation
President of HIF, Shafaqat presented the vote of Thanks.
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Air pollution in North India a 'national emergency', MPs must discuss ways to end crisis: Rahul
New Delhi (PTI): Asserting that air pollution in North India is a "national emergency", Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday urged fellow MPs to come together in the upcoming Parliament session and discuss how the nation can end this crisis once and for all.
He said the air pollution crisis needs a collective national response, not political blame games.
Gandhi shared a video on X in which he is discussing the air pollution issue with environmentalist Vimlendu Jha at the India Gate here.
In his post along with the video, the Congress leader said air pollution in North India is a national emergency -- a public health crisis that is stealing our children’s future and suffocating the elderly, and an environmental and economic disaster that is ruining countless lives.
"The poorest among us suffer the most, unable to escape the toxic air that surrounds them. Families are gasping for clean air, children are falling sick and millions of lives are being cut short. Tourism is declining and our global reputation is crumbling," the former Congress chief said.
"The cloud of pollution covers hundreds of kilometres. Cleaning it up will need major changes and decisive action -- from governments, companies, experts and citizens. We need a collective national response, not political blame games," he added.
As Parliament meets in a few days, the MPs will all be reminded of the crisis by our irritated eyes and sore throats, he said.
"It is our responsibility to come together and discuss how India can end this crisis once and for all," Gandhi said.
In the video, the Congress leader asks the reasons for the air pollution crisis from Jha who responds by saying that it is a pan India problem and in NCR there are two sources -- episodic sources and perennial sources.
Jha highlights that stubble burning is an issue but only for three weeks and there is a need to provide the farmers with incentives.
The environmentalist, in conversation with Gandhi, calls for bringing about lifestyle changes to deal with the air pollution crisis.
The Winter Session of Parliament begins on November 25 and will continue till December 20.
