08-05-2025
Guwahati marks World Red Cross Day with guv in attendance
Guwahati:
was observed by the
(IRCS), Assam state branch, on Thursday, with a ceremony commemorating the birth anniversary of
, the founder of the Red Cross movement, reports Rintu mark the occasion, Assam state branch of IRCS unveiled the Red Cross memorial monument in honour of Dunant, Dr Poal Chandra Duarah, and Renuka Devi Barkataki — pioneers, whose dedicated service laid the foundation for the Red Cross's humanitarian work in event was attended by the governor of Assam and president of the IRCS Assam branch, Lakshman Prasad Acharya.
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He was accorded a guard of honour by students of the Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery (ANM) programme, symbolising the spirit of service and discipline embodied by the Red his address, the governor emphasised the vital role of
in today's world and reaffirmed the Red Cross movement's commitment to alleviating human suffering across meeting commenced with a welcome address by AK Absar Hazarika, chairman of the Indian Red Cross Society, Assam branch. In his remarks, he highlighted the extensive range of humanitarian initiatives undertaken by the branch and emphasised its pivotal role in alleviating human suffering across the region.
