Bantwal: The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) St. John Bantwal Deanery, in collaboration with Grace Polyclinic Loretto, Bantwal, Leo Club Loretto-Agrar, Lions Club Loreto-Agrar, Catholic Sabha Loretto and Bantwal Diocese, Red Drop Organization Mangalore, ICYM Loreto Unit, Father Muller Hospital, Kankanady, organized a blood donation camp at the Loreto Grace Clinic premises.
The event was inaugurated by the Parish Priest of Loretto Church, Rev. Fr. Francis Crasta, who lit the lamp. He stated in his presidential address that donating blood can bring light into the lives of others. He emphasized that blood donation is a reflection of humanity.
The program was attended by various dignitaries, including Grace Polyclinic owner Joseph Lobo, Isaac Vas, Ansel Martis, John Lasrado, Ryan Rodrigues, ICYM Mangalore Diocese President Winston Sequeira, ICYM Mangalore Diocese Amso Yuvak Editor Elvin Dcunha, Alvin Pinto, Snehal Rosario, and others. Roshan Sequeira from ICYM Red Drop welcomed the gathering, and ICYM Bantwal Deanery President Arrol Sequeira expressed his gratitude. The event was hosted by ICYM Bantwal Deanery Secretary Melroy D'Souza.