Will Delhi's New App Revolutionize Blood Donations?

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Key Takeaways
- The app will list voluntary blood donors in Delhi.
- It aims to streamline the blood donation process.
- Donor profiles will include essential information like blood type and contact details.
- Blood donation is encouraged as a noble act.
- The initiative represents a significant step towards addressing blood shortages in the city.
New Delhi, July 6 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, announced on Sunday that the government is set to introduce a 'Life-saving' application that will compile a list of voluntary blood donors in the capital. This initiative aims to alleviate blood shortages and streamline the process for those in need.
During her visit to a blood donation camp in eastern Delhi, CM Gupta stated, "A comprehensive directory of blood donors will be created. All residents in the city willing to donate blood will be registered in the App, including their blood type, residence, and contact information."
The contact information will enable individuals in need of blood to reach out to nearby volunteers easily, she explained.
"We are actively developing a Life-saving App that will soon be made available to the residents of Delhi," she added.
The Chief Minister highlighted that the application will also track each donor's blood donation history, clearly indicating the required three-month interval between donations.
She remarked, "Delays in blood availability endanger the lives of numerous patients. Therefore, we are working towards making the process more systematic."
Emphasizing the significance of blood donation as a noble deed, she called on more residents to participate in the initiative to ensure a steady supply by donating 'one unit at a time.'
The Delhi BJP President, Virendra Sachdeva, who was present at the blood donation camp in Anand Vihar, remarked, "In our culture, blood donation is seen as the highest form of giving."
He urged all citizens to donate blood consistently, ideally once or twice a year, following medical recommendations.
Commending the act of generosity, including blood donation, Sachdeva congratulated the International Vaish Mahasabha for organizing 500 blood donation camps in a single day.
"Their efforts are a tremendous service to society. Availability of blood can be vital for saving lives, and if this information reaches those in need, it will be incredibly beneficial," he concluded.