Mass Blood Donation Camp in Qatar
Press Release
Qatar: On the occasion of celebration of Qatar National Day, Qatar Indian Social Forum (QISF), Karnataka State organized a mass blood donation camp in Doha Qatar, in association with Blood Donors Mangaluru, Warriors Sports Center and Hamad Medical Corporation on 11th December 2020, Friday.
QISF Karnataka State President, Nazeer Pasha welcomed the guests, dignitaries and blood donors.
The Blood Donation Camp was inaugurated by Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) President Mr. P N Baburajan who was the Chief guest for the function. In his inaugural speech, he emphasized that, QISF is well known for its humanitarian activities since its inception and praised the initiative and joint efforts of everyone to organize such a mass event and assured his full support as and when required in the days ahead.
QISF Central Committee President, Mr. Sayeed Komachi highlighted the activities of QISF a Socio Cultural organization working among Indian expats and said QISF will always be ready to serve the community not only by words but always by deeds.
Dr. Amit Varma, a well known personality from Rawdath Al Khair Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC) motivated and inspired the donors and set an example by donating blood himself first.
In his motivational speech, he said, if a person donates the blood, he will save 3 lives as the donated blood will be categorized into red cells, platelets and plasma.
Doctor Amit Varma encouraged everyone to donate the blood more often as it does not cost even a penny.
Mr. Kushal Kumar, Managing Director of Warriors Sports Center and Warriors Sports Trading also motivated and praised the joint efforts of QISF, Blood Donors Mangaluru and Warriors Sports Centre to organize a mass event.
Mr. Sauqib Raza Khan, Ex President and present Advisor of Karnataka Muslim Cultural Organization (KMCA) said that, QISF is always in forefront to render selfless humanitarian services and responding to the legal issues of expat Indians. He urge all to develop a bond and serve the community as much as possible.
The Managing Partner of Warriors Sports Center and Warriors Sports Trading, Mr. Mohammed Ibrahim said that everyone should come forward and donate the blood for humanitarian cause.
The camp was started at 7.00 A M and ended at 5.00 PM in which 145 people donated the blood out of 177 people registered.
QISF Central Committee General Secretary Basheer Ahmed, QISF State and Branch Committee members Lathif Madikeri, Zakariya Pandeshwar, Nayeem Belapu, Khalid Belapu, Noufal Puttur, Anwar Angargundy, Rizwan Kalladka, Rafiq Uppinangady, Naveed, Anwar Bolyar, Khalandar Sha, Junaid, Shabbeer, Shawaz, Tafseer and other members were present throughout the programme.
Mr. Munawar, Mr. Mohamnad Iffaz, Mr. Qaisar and other members from Blood Donors Mangaluru and Warriors Sports Center were also present and supported.
The program was concluded through vote of thanks by Mr. Ziaul Hoque, QISF Karnataka State Vice President and KMCA Vice President.
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Min. Priyank Kharge to expresses concern over implementation of VB-G Ram G
Bengaluru: Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Priyank Kharge has expressed concern over the uncertainty surrounding the implementation of the proposed VB-G Ram G scheme, stating that the MNREGA programme, which has been a lifeline for rural India for nearly two decades, appears to be facing an uncertain future.
Speaking to media, Kharge said that as March 31 draws to a close, there is no clarity on the rollout of the new scheme from April 1. He pointed out that the central government has not yet issued the necessary guidelines for implementing the scheme for rural workers and villages.
He criticised the Centre for its lack of preparedness, stating that there is no clarity on fund allocation, no final parameters for classifying gram panchayats, and key processes such as social audits have not been defined.
Kharge said the situation comes at a critical time, as summer marks a peak period for rural employment demand, when many people depend heavily on wage employment for their livelihood.
He added that reports have emerged of delays in approvals and families not receiving work despite demand.
He further alleged that the Centre’s move to shift from a statutory employment guarantee to a rule-based allocation system is already showing negative consequences.
Kharge also raised concerns over provisions such as a mandatory 60-day halt during agricultural seasons, which he said would further limit employment opportunities for rural workers.
The BJP-led central government had claimed that the new scheme would transform rural India, but in reality it is turning out to be detrimental to people’s livelihoods, he said.
“The crisis in rural India due to the stalling of MNREGA is beginning to unfold. Given the Centre’s past record in handling such situations, there is growing concern over the impact on rural livelihoods,” Kharge said.
