As part of Angdan Mahotsav, on the occasion of the 13th Indian Organ Donation Day or Bhartiya Angdan Diwas, the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) hosted an iluminating convocation in acknowledgement of the significance of Organ Donation in India, at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on 3 August 2023.
The Chief Guest, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and the Guests of Honour, Prof. S.P. Singh Baghel, Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar were each presented with newly published manuals of Organ Transplant studies. Next came an informative discussion on Hemophilia and the latest research by some of the nation’s most learned medical professionals on how to minimize the effects of this inherent bleeding disorder.
This was followed by a grand ceremony to felicitate organ donors for their noble deed and for becoming an inspiration to potential organ donors. In his speech, Dr. Mandaviya emphasized that medicine is not merely a profession, but a vocation for which many sacrifices must be made. Indian culture teaches us to show compassion to those who need it. One who aids another human in need of help, is fulfilling their moral obligations and their ‘dharma’ he said. This sentiment deeply resonates with the G-20 motto of ‘ Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ’ , meaning “ The World is One Family ” and we must treat all with the same love we would extend to our own family.
Next came a heartwarming film on how lost kin can be found through another – their heart beating inside someone else, even after their demise. Moved by the idea, everyone took a pledge to become organ donors for the betterment of our nation and the millions of people in need of transplant support. A beautiful song titled ‘ Angdan Karo ’ was played to motivate the audience.Two nukkad nataks followed. The first one was an enjoyable musical by The National School of Drama (NSD) and the second was a moving Nukkad Natak called “Ahsas” presented by members of Project Outlive Yourself from Tagore International School, Vasant Vihar
TIS,VV was commended as the first school to have been a part of this campaign, and was awarded a plaque in recognition of its efforts to promote Organ Donation via social media platforms, social events hosted by the team, as well as Organ Donation Registration Forms. The team was also praised for their stirring performance by the Health Minister present as well as surgeons from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. This nukkad natak was recorded and posted on NOTTO’s official YouTube account and garnered over 1000 views in less than six hours ! This event was truly enriching and students felt grateful to have been a part of this worthy cause.
