Punjab Governor Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman today donated blood for children suffering from thalassemia in a blood camp organised by Sundas Foundation on the occasion of World Donor Day at Governor House Lahore. Apart from Governor Punjab, officers and employees of Governor House also donated blood. Directors Sundas Foundation Khalid Abbas Dar, Sohail Warraich and President Sundas Foundation Muhammad Yasin Khan were also present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, Governor Punjab Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman said that donating blood for innocent children suffering from thalassemia is a great virtue. Healing their sorrows is no less than worship. He said that it should be the responsibility of all of us to bring smiles on the faces of such people, adding he said, blood donation gives new life to millions of patients every year. He said that donating blood is harmless for a healthy person while it is a sign of life and hope for the patient.
Governor Punjab Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman said that the Sundas Foundation is doing a great job for the patients of thalassemia and haemophilia. He said that great people are those who dedicate their lives for the service of mankind. He said that media should also play its positive role in creating awareness among the people regarding blood donation.
