DVC Promotes Organ Donation Awareness Through Health Talk Under ‘Jug Jug Jiyo Abhiyaan 2026’

Kolkata I Area Correspondent: Reinforcing its commitment to public health awareness and social responsibility, the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) organized a special Health Talk Session as part of the Jug Jug Jiyo Abhiyaan 2026 and in observance of the 16th Indian Organ Donation Day. The programme aimed to encourage meaningful discussions on organ donation while promoting preventive healthcare and informed decision-making among employees and the wider community.

The awareness session brought together renowned medical professionals who highlighted the critical need for increased organ donation in India and emphasized the importance of adopting healthy lifestyle practices to prevent serious illnesses.

The event featured Dr. Amit Ghose, Consultant Urologist at Apollo Multispeciality Hospital, Kolkata, who discussed the growing disparity between the number of patients awaiting organ transplants and the limited availability of organ donors. He explained how timely awareness and voluntary organ donation can provide a second chance at life for countless individuals suffering from organ failure.

Joining the session was Dr. Asmita Gope, Ophthalmologist (Cataract & Cornea) from Susrut Eye Foundation & Research Centre, who stressed the significance of eye donation, early disease detection, regular health screenings, and preventive care. She encouraged participants to prioritize routine medical check-ups and adopt healthier lifestyles to reduce the risk of preventable diseases.

The programme witnessed the presence of several senior DVC officials, including Shri Rajesh Pandey, IAS, Chairman, DVC, Shri Swapnendu Kumar Panda, Member (Technical), Shri Sidhartha Sankar Das, Member Secretary, and Shri Sudipto Acharjee, ITS, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO). Their participation reflected DVC’s continued focus on fostering a culture of health awareness, employee well-being, and social responsibility.

Addressing the gathering, the speakers underscored that awareness is often the first step toward life-saving action. They noted that informed conversations about organ donation help dispel myths, encourage voluntary donor registrations, and inspire individuals to make decisions that can positively impact many lives.

The experts also highlighted that preventive healthcare remains equally important. Regular medical screenings, early diagnosis of diseases, balanced nutrition, physical activity, and healthy lifestyle choices can significantly improve long-term health outcomes while reducing the burden of chronic illnesses.

Through initiatives such as the Jug Jug Jiyo Abhiyaan 2026, DVC continues to promote health education, preventive care, and community awareness among its workforce. The corporation reaffirmed its commitment to creating an informed and health-conscious workplace where employees are encouraged to become ambassadors of positive social change.

Concluding the programme, participants were reminded that every conversation about organ donation creates awareness, and every informed decision has the potential to save lives. The session served as a powerful reminder that individual choices, supported by knowledge and compassion, can make a lasting difference in society.