Doha-Qatar: Karnataka Muslim Cultural Association (KMCA) an affiliated Indian Cultural Center (ICC) association under the aegis of Embassy of India hosted its Annual Blood Donation campaign on 4th March 2016 at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) blood donors unit.

The response by the donors and the well-wishers unexpectedly turned out to be in huge numbers which started from 8am and ended at 1.30pm. Around 250 people joined the noble cause which was a unique show organized by KMCA Qatar.

Up to 81 members were successful in donating blood after the routine checkups.

Dr. Imran Ibrahim, hailing from Mangalore, Consultant Pediatric ICU at Hamad Medical Corporation addressed the gathering and highlighted the importance and benefits of donating blood. President of the forum Mr. Niyaz Ahmed welcomed the gathering and thanked all the donors and guests who made the noble event a grand success.

Mr. Saquib Raza Khan, Vice President of the forum compered the event. 

Mr. Arvind Patil, President ICBF, Mr. Divakar Poojaray, Secretary ICC, Mr. M. Ravi Shetty, President Tulu Koota Qatar, Mr. Madhu, President of Karnataka Sangha Qatar, Mr. Shuheb, President of SKMWA, Mr. Prakash Noronha, Vice President, MCC, Mr. Navaneeth Shetty, President Bunts Qatar, Mr. Adbulla Mono, President, Hidaya Center – Qatar, Mrs. Milan Arun and a lot many prominent members from the Indian Expatriate community joined for this blood donation drive.

The event was coordinated by Head of KMCA Special Needs Mr. M. Iqbal Manna and Mr. Muneer Sheikh.