ITANAGAR, July 13: In a remarkable display of gratitude and community spirit, the 23rd Taliha ST Assembly Constituency Peoples’ Forum organised a blood donation camp at the R.K. Mission Hospital here today. The event was held to express gratitude to Chief Minister Pema Khandu for inducting a cabinet minister from the 23rd Taliha ST Assembly Constituency.
More than 90 voluntary blood donors participated in the event, which was also attended by Health & Family Welfare Minister Biyuram Wahge, social activist Ramesh Jeke, assistant general secretary of R.K. Mission Hospital, Itanagar, Swami Jyotirnanda Maharaj, and others.
Addressing the gathering, Health Minister Wahge lauded the organizers for conducting such a noble event to express their gratitude to the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh and stated it to be inspiring. He also called for creating awareness on maintaining a healthy lifestyle among the masses and stressed the importance of donating blood.
Also emphasizing the state government’s commitment towards improving and enhancing healthcare facilities in the state, Minister Wahge noted that works are underway to establish a cancer institute in the state.
Social activist Jeke, on his part, termed today’s event an auspicious one as many lives and families can be saved through the blood collected today.
“Your blood donation not only saves a patient but also their family from falling apart due to the loss of loved ones,” said Jeke while urging all to participate and also motivate others for voluntary blood donation. 
Minister of Commerce and Industries, IPR and Printing, etc., Nyato Dukam, who is also the Taliha MLA, in his speech, lauded the organizers for coming up with such a noble gesture to express their gratitude to the Chief Minister. He urged all to take up voluntary blood donation initiatives as a lifesaving mission, and also to be proactive in contributing to the welfare and development of the state.
Acknowledging Ramesh Jeke’s relentless dedication to voluntary blood donation and his tireless efforts to aid those in need, Minister Dukam termed his initiatives as “truly inspiring” and prayed for his good health and continued success in his noble endeavor.
“Not all heroes wear capes and I am truly a fan of what you do for the people in distress,” said Minister Dukam. He also expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the R.K. Mission Hospital for their support and cooperation in organizing the event.
Among others, Dukam Welfare Society president Riakji Duchok, assistant general secretary of R.K. Mission Hospital, Itanagar, Swami Jyotirananda Maharaj also spoke at the event.

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