AHA’s National Blood Donation Drive 2025: A Heartfelt Celebration of Unity and Compassion

In a powerful demonstration of community spirit and selflessness, the Association of Haryanvis in Australia (AHA), in collaboration with the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood, successfully hosted the 11th National Blood Donation Drive to mark both Republic Day of India and Australia Day. The drive occurred across major Australian cities—Sydney, Adelaide, and Melbourne.

This national initiative organised twice a year in alignment with key national celebrations, has become an integral part of AHA’s mission to give back to the community. The AHA continues its tradition of service by facilitating blood donation drives, which are essential in saving lives and fostering a sense of solidarity among multicultural communities.

Since the inception of AHA’s Lifeblood Team in July 2021, the organization has made an incredible impact, facilitating 787 blood donations that have saved 2,361 lives. The ongoing efforts have inspired 139 new donors, many of whom have continued their commitment to donating regularly. These efforts have showcased the depth of the community’s commitment to ensuring the availability of life-saving resources and embodying the spirit of “Sewa” (selfless service).

The drive was led by dedicated and passionate people, including team AHA and volunteers:

• Founder President: Sewa Singh
• National Secretary: Vibhor Sharma
• Blood Donation Drive National Lead (VIC Lead): Satish Kumar Khatri
• NSW Lead: Pankaj Mittal
• SA Lead: Ashok Kundu

These leaders, supported by a wide network of volunteers, worked tirelessly to coordinate the initiative and bring the community together for a noble cause. Their efforts to promote blood donation as an act of “Sewa” have proven instrumental in raising awareness and fostering a culture of giving.

In his remarks, Sewa Singh, Founder and President of AHA, emphasised the importance of giving back to society:

“As Bhartiyas, and more specifically as Haryanvis, we take pride in our spirit of community, resilience, and selfless service – values deeply rooted in our culture.

The vision behind organizing successful Blood Donation Drives is driven by our tradition of giving and standing by those in need.

It is our commitment to humanity, ensuring no life is lost due to a lack of blood. For us, this is not just a donation; it’s our duty, our Sewa, and our way of making a meaningful difference in society.”

Satish Kumar Khatri, Blood Donation Drive Lead, highlighted the profound impact of each donation:

“We are proud Bhartiya who believes in ‘रक्तदान महादान’ (Blood donation is a great donation). One donation has the power to save up to three lives, bringing hope and healing to entire families.

This is one of the simplest yet most profound ways we can give back to the community and support one another.”

The AHA encourages everyone to participate in this life-saving cause. Blood donations are critical in times of need, and by coming forward, individuals can make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

The organisers continue to emphasise,

“Every drop counts,” urging the community to participate and bring hope to those in need.

This initiative serves as a testament to the power of community collaboration. It highlights how a collective effort can save lives and bring people together for a cause greater than themselves. The AHA’s commitment to supporting the community through this invaluable service reinforces the importance of unity, selflessness, and care for one another.

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