World Red Cross Day celebrated on 8th May, 2023
(8th May 2023)
On 8th May 2023 IRCS Sindhudurg District Branch celebrated the World Red Cross Day at Ayurvedic Medical College, Sawantwadi. Floral tributes were offered to Sir Henry Dunant Founder of the Red Cross by Shri Arun Unde – Tehsildar, Sawantwadi and Dr.Vikas Kathane – Principal, Bhaisaheb Sawant Ayurved College
Dr. Rajendra Gavaskar – Ex. Jt. Hon. Secretary informed the members present about the theme of 2023 World Red Cross Day, founder background , history & principles of Red Cross movement etc including the activities which can be covered to alleviate human sufferings.
Since the branch is defunct since the last few years he appealed to members to activate the unit and initiate activities to have the visibility in the district branch. About 50 to 60 people attended the function which included medical interns, advocates, professors, CA, sportspersons ,doctors, along with ex -working committee members.