Media Release

Mangaluru, Jun 18: Yenepoya World School, in collaboration with Yenepoya Specialty Hospital, State Bank of India, and The Indian Red Cross Society, successfully organized a Blood Donation Camp that drew remarkable participation from across the city. The event was inaugurated by Krishna Mohan Murchala, deputy general manager, State Bank of India, who served as the chief guest. Distinguished guests included Vinayak Shenoy, regional manager (RB O1 Mangaluru), Anthony Joseph, associate director of The Yenepoya School and Yenepoya World School, and Uzwal Menezes, principal of The Yenepoya School and PU College.

The camp witnessed an enthusiastic turnout, with donors from all over Mangalore joining hands to support the noble cause. Parents, Students, staff members of Yenepoya Institutions and employees of the State Bank of India were among the many familiar faces among others who contributed underscoring the spirit of solidarity and compassion.

Students of Yenepoya World School played a pivotal role in the success of the initiative by leading and efficiently conducting the programme. They volunteered at the registration counters, guided donors throughout the process, served refreshments, distributed certificates and gratitude cards, and assisted in engaging participants. A dedicated student team also educated donors on important blood donation facts and conducted donor interviews.

As part of their curriculum, the students actively participate in such initiatives and have been involved in several community outreach programmes in the past, fostering a strong sense of social responsibility and service.

This initiative not only strengthened institutional partnerships but also highlighted the importance of community engagement in saving lives. The organizers expressed gratitude to all donors and partners for making the camp a resounding success.