category Regional,, tags Regional,, DW BUREAU To commemorate 200th birth anniversary of profound vedic scholar Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati who rendered services in the cause of education and the removal of many social evils, today DAV Public School, Patiala organized blood donation camp in its premises. Swami Gyanand ji graced the occasion as chief guest. Showering his blessings on the students and audience he said that DAV Institutions are the perfect epitome to be witnessed by the society. They not only inculcate moral values in the, students, but they also pour the empathy and affection towards society. This venture of organization of blood donation camp is the reflection of the selfless sacrifice towards, mankind. Today s endeavor was conducted under supervison of team of able doctors and attendants of Rajindra Hospital. Overwhelming response of parents and donors made today s event a great success. 170 units of blood were collected. It was a unique opportunity for the donors to donate their blood to save a life. After donating blood, the donors were honoured with mementos and Donor s certificate Expressing his gratitude towards donors and collaborators - SBI Bank, HDFC Bank, ICCI Bank and Patiala Welfare Society, Patiala, Principal Vivek Tiwari said that Life is beautiful, living it to the fullest is what all of us crave for. While living our own lives the way we all want to, even if we do one small act of giving a ray of hope to another person it becomes worth it. The first gesture one can make is to save life by donating blood, it gives someone another chance to live. He also appreciated the efforts of Dr. Sonia ( Medical Officer) , all the houses and student on duty for putting their best efforts. (editor dailyworld.in)