Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha today called for greater participation of young people in voluntary blood donation at a camp organised by the All Tripura Mahanam Sevak Sangha in Banamalipur, Agartala, stressing that such service can strengthen compassion and social responsibility.
Key Takeaways
- Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha urged more young people to participate in voluntary blood donation.
- He said blood donation promotes kindness, social responsibility and a spirit of brotherhood.
- Saha highlighted the welfare work of the All Tripura Mahanam Sevak Sangha and urged it to strengthen moral values among youth.
Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha on September 14 urged young people to take a greater role in voluntary blood donation and other social service activities.
He said blood donation does more than help patients in need. It also develops kindness, social responsibility and a sense of service among young people.
Saha made the remarks while attending a blood donation camp organised by the All Tripra Mahanam Sevak Sangha at Shri Shri Mahanam Angan in Banamalipur, Agartala.
The programme marked the foundation day anniversary of the religious organisation.
Blood Donation Can Guide Youth
The Chief Minister said voluntary blood donation is a noble service to humanity. He called on more young people to come forward and join such initiatives.
Saha also linked social service with the need to keep young people away from anti-social activities.
He said participation in constructive activities can help develop a stronger sense of responsibility among the younger generation.
According to the Chief Minister, blood donation creates an environment where people learn to care for others. It also encourages them to contribute to society.
He stressed that such initiatives can strengthen the spirit of brotherhood among people.
Mahanam Sangha’s Welfare Activities
Saha praised the All Tripra Mahanam Sevak Sangha for its continued work for society.
He said the organisation conducts various welfare activities throughout the year and works for the benefit of people in need.
The Chief Minister said the organisation’s message of social welfare should reach more people.
He noted that the Sangha works to promote spiritual awareness as well as moral values among members of society.
The organisation also distributes food and ration items to needy people, he said.
Saha urged the Mahanam Sevak Sangha to expand its efforts to develop moral and humanitarian values among young people.
He said the youth should receive guidance on values such as honesty, kindness, forgiveness and tolerance.
Service Beyond Religious Activities
The Chief Minister said the Mahanam Sangha is bringing people together through social initiatives such as blood donation.
He said such programmes serve both a religious purpose and a wider humanitarian cause.
Saha stressed that service to others can strengthen social bonds and promote a feeling of brotherhood.
He said people must remember the importance of standing by one another.
The Chief Minister also called for greater awareness of Sanatan religion.
He said Indian culture has retained its glory despite numerous invasions by foreign powers and attributed this continuity to the strength of Sanatan religion.
Mahanambrata Brahmachari’s Ideals
The blood donation programme drew inspiration from the ideology of Mahanambrata Brahmachari.
Saha said Mahanambrata Brahmachari had a deep understanding of Sanatani philosophy and knowledge of its principles.
He added that Mahanambrata Brahmachari showed people the right path in life.
The Chief Minister said the ideals associated with the spiritual leader remain relevant to efforts aimed at promoting moral and humanitarian values.
He again appealed to the younger generation to participate actively in blood donation and similar social initiatives.
Saha said such engagement can help young people develop compassion while encouraging them to contribute positively to society.
Guests Attend Agartala Camp
Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor Dipak Majumder attended the programme as a special guest.
AMC Central Zone Chairman Ratna Datta and functionaries of the Mahanam Sevak Sangha were also present.
The programme combined the foundation day observance of the religious organisation with a public service initiative focused on voluntary blood donation.
