Blood Donation Camp organised by the Dept. of Tourism on the occasion of World Tourism Day 2023
Bhubaneswar, 22/09/2023
In commemoration of World Tourism Day on 27th September 2023, the Cultural
Association of the Dept. of Tourism organized a Blood Donation Camp today at Paryatan Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. The event saw enthusiastic participation from the officials.
World Tourism Day is celebrated globally on 27th September each year, and this year's
theme, "Tourism & Green Investments," encouraged organizations worldwide to recognize the
social, economic, and cultural benefits of Tourism. In this spirit, the Department of Tourism's
Cultural Association took the initiative to give back to the community by organizing a blood
donation camp. “It's heartening to see our department come together to celebrate World Tourism Day in a meaningful way by contributing to the well-being of our community,” said Hon’ble Tourism Minister Shri Aswini Kumar Patra.
The camp was managed in collaboration with the Red Cross Society, known for its
commitment to ensuring a stable and safe blood supply and excellent management of Blood Banks. Director Tourism, Shri Sachin R. Jadhav expressed his gratitude to the Officials who made the event possible. He stated, "Donating blood is a vital way to support the health and well-being of those in need, and it underscores the department's commitment to social responsibility”. Chairman OTDC Dr. Lenin Mohanty & Advisor BNTYY Durga Prasad Samantaray and other Senior Officials of Dept. of Tourism and OTDC were present on the occasion. The Dept. of Tourism's initiative for organising this Blood Donation Camp aligns with the broader vision of responsible tourism and community engagement, emphasizing the positive impact that tourism can have on society beyond economic growth.
The blood donation camp saw an impressive number of participants, resulting in 45 plus
units of blood collected. This contribution will undoubtedly make a significant difference in the
lives of patients in need of blood. The Cultural Association of the Department of Tourism is
dedicated to promoting cultural awareness and social responsibility within the Department of
Tourism. It organizes various events and initiatives to foster a sense of compassion and engage in meaningful social activities.
