Theme: "One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives."
Date: 12 June 2026
Time: 09.30 am -5.30 pm
Venue: Krishna Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS), Karad
Organizers
Krishna Institute of Nursing Sciences, KVVDU, Karad
Blood Centre, Krishna Charitable Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Karad
TAL Blood Aid ( NGO )
Dignitaries Present
Dr. Pravin H. Shingare, Principal Advisor, Academics & Accreditation, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad – Chief Guest
Mr. Veeshwajeet Kashid, Chief Evangelist Officer (CEO) TAL Blood Aid
IIM TEDx Speaker, International Speaker, Goodwill Ambassador for Platelet Donation.
Dr. Surekha Chavan, In-charge, Blood Centre, Krishna Charitable Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Karad
Dr. Yugantara Kadam, Dean, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad
Dr. N. D. Shashikiran, Dean, School of Dental Sciences, Karad
Dr. G. Varadrajalu, Dean, Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Karad
Dr. N. R. Jadhav, Dean, Krishna College of Pharmacy, Karad
Dr. Girish R. Pathade, Professor , Head & Dean, Krishna Institute of Science & Technology, Krishna Institute of Science & Technology.
Dr. (Mrs.) Vaishali Rajsinh Mohite, Dean, Krishna Institute of Nursing Sciences, Karad
Dr Nanda Patil, HOD & Professor, Department of Pathology, KIMS, Karad
Dr Ambali, HOD & Professor Department of Anatomy, KIMS, Karad.
The institution gratefully acknowledges that the Dr. M. V. Ghorpade, Registrar, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (KVV) granted permission for organizing the Blood Donation Camp and provided valuable guidance throughout the process, from planning to successful implementation. The continuous support and encouragement played a crucial role in the smooth execution of the event. The organizing team and dedicated volunteers from TAL Blood Aid also contributed their sincere efforts and commitment, which helped in making the programme a grand success. The institution expresses heartfelt gratitude to the Registrar, the In-charge of the Blood Centre, and Mr. Vishwajeet Kashid for their invaluable support, motivation, and contribution towards the successful organization of this noble initiative.
Introduction
In accordance with the directives of the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi, Krishna Institute of Nursing Sciences, Karad organized a Voluntary Blood Donation Camp on 12 June 2026 in observance of World Blood Donor Day 2026. The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Blood Centre, Krishna Charitable Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Karad, and TAL Blood Aid ( NGO ).
The programme aimed to create awareness regarding voluntary blood donation and motivate students, faculty members, and staff to contribute towards saving lives through regular blood donation.
Special Awareness Session
A motivational and educational sessions on blood donation, platelet donation, granulocyte donation, and stem cell donation were delivered by Mr. Veeshwajeet Kashid, an internationally renowned blood donation advocate.
Notable Achievements of Mr. Veeshwajeet Kashid
IIM TEDx Speaker and International Speaker.
Goodwill Ambassador for Platelet Donation.
Winner of the Young Medical Scientist G. H. Shouri Award.
Delivered awareness lectures in several countries.
Global Record Holder for donating platelets 184 times, the highest number of platelet donations by an individual with a negative blood group worldwide.
Only individual known to have donated granulocytes 12 times, demonstrating extraordinary commitment towards saving critically ill patients.
Pioneer in promoting platelet, blood, and stem cell donation awareness among youth.
His inspiring interaction encouraged participants to pledge regular voluntary blood donation and become ambassadors of this humanitarian cause.
Blood Donation Camp Statistics:
Particulars
Number
Total Registered/Screened Donors 91
Total Successful Blood Donors 81
Male Donors 51
Female Donors 30
Total Donor Rejections 10
Rejected due to Low Haemoglobin 09
Rejected due to High Blood Pressure 01
Total Blood Units Collected 81 Units
World Blood Donor Day Pledge
All participants collectively took the World Blood Donor Day Pledge and resolved to:
Donate blood regularly.
Promote voluntary and unpaid blood donation.
Create awareness among family members, friends, and society.
Support those in need of blood without discrimination.
Work towards ensuring that no life is lost due to a shortage of blood.
