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Hans India
09-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
Red Cross illuminates 278 ‘Golden Families' in NTR dis
Vijayawada: NTR district collector Dr GLakshmisha lauded the district Red Cross Committee on Tuesday for its proactive step in adopting 278 'Golden Families,' expressing its commitment to the state government's innovative P4 initiative aimed at eradicating poverty. The collector urged more industrial organisations, voluntary groups, and NRIs to come forward and participate in this monumental programme. The committee, led by Chairman Dr G Samaram and other members presented a pledge letter to collector Lakshmisha at the Collectorate on Tuesday. The pledge affirmed their role as mentors for the 278 adopted families from Rajarajeswaripeta, striving to contribute to a prosperous, healthy, and happy Andhra Pradesh. Speaking on the occasion, the collector stated that the state government, under the visionary leadership of the Chief Minister, has introduced the P4 initiative with the grand objective of eliminating poverty from society—an unprecedented effort in the country. He expressed immense joy at the Red Cross's swift response to the call for supporting 'Golden Families.' The collector extended heartfelt congratulations to the Red Cross for taking such a significant step towards building a poverty-free society by adopting 278 families. He explained that the Red Cross would focus on providing quality education to children in these families, along with essential medical services to those in need. Highlighting the scope of the challenge, Dr Lakshmisha said that there are 86,000 'Golden Families' in the district, with over 400 mentors already stepping forward. He urged these mentors to treat these impoverished families as their own and strive to uplift them from poverty. Red Cross District Committee Vice-Chairman Dr Velaga Joshi and Secretary E Chittibabu were present.
Hans India
09-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Rajahmundry: Red Cross Day celebrated
Rajahmundry: Government Autonomous College celebrated World Red Cross Day on Thursday. Addressing the gathering, Additional SP Subbaraju lauded the students who actively participate in service initiatives. He further elaborated on the crucial skills needed to effectively navigate critical situations, emphasising preparedness and resilience. Principal Dr Ramachandra RK stressed the profound significance of cultivating a service-oriented mindset. He eloquently spoke about how such an outlook nurtures and enriches an individual's sense of humanity, fostering empathy and compassion. Dr J Suresh, a member of the Red Cross Committee explained the commendable efforts undertaken by the organisation. He shed light on their vital contributions to society through blood donation drives, their unwavering support for individuals during emergency situations. Principal Dr Ramachandra RK extended his appreciation to the Red Cross Coordinator G Raviteja for his meticulous organisational efforts. In a gesture of encouragement and recognition, the principal presented Red Cross volunteers with T-shirts, symbolising their commitment to the noble cause.
