Indian Organ Donation Day Celebration – 2025

Theme: “Be a Life Saver – Pledge to Donate Organs”

Introduction

Indian Organ Donation Day is observed every year on 3rd August to commemorate India’s first successful deceased-donor heart transplant in 1994. The day honours selfless donors who have given the “Gift of Life” and seeks to raise awareness about the vital importance of organ donation.

At Dr.Jeyasekharan Hospital & Nursing Home, the day was commemorated on 2nd August 2025 through an awareness programme organized in collaboration with the College of Allied Health Sciences.

Main Event Highlights

The programme commenced at 10:45 a.m. with an inspiring address by Dr. Ranjit Jeyasekharan, Trustee and MD (General Medicine). Speaking to patients and their relatives in the OPD section, he highlighted the life-transforming impact of organ donation. His motivational talk was highly appreciated and well-received.

This was followed by a Health Talk on “Organ Transplantation & Organ Donation” delivered by Ms. Sahaya Reshma and Ms. Thanvia, second-year B.Sc. Dialysis Technology students. Their clear and impactful presentation helped convey the significance of organ donation effectively to the audience.

Pre-Event Activities (26.07.2025)

To engage students and spread awareness creatively, a series of competitions was conducted under the guidance of Dr.Ninoo George, MD, DM (Nephrology), Consultant Nephrologist. Students from Dr.Jeyasekharan Medical Trust, College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences, participated with great enthusiasm.

• Poster Making Competition
  Theme: “Gift of Life… Pass it on.”
  Participants: 67
• Rangoli Competition
  Theme: “Life Can Begin After Death”
  Participants: 11
• Pot Painting Competition
  Theme: “Donate Organs, Save Lives”
  Participants: 16

Certificates and cash prizes were awarded to the winners, while all participants received Certificates of Participation.

Participation & Support

The celebration witnessed active involvement from the Trustees, Administrators, Doctors, Department Heads, Hospital Staff, and Students of Dr.Jeyasekharan Medical Trust, reflecting the institution’s strong commitment to this noble cause.

Programme Organizers

• Dr.Ninoo George, MD, DM (Nephrology) – Consultant Nephrologist
• Mrs. S. Jeyalakshmi – Vice Principal

Staff In-Charge

• Mrs. Kavitha K.
• Ms. Banu Priya L.

The celebration not only honoured the noble act of organ donation but also inspired many to pledge themselves as life savers.