India, May 11 -- In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity with India's defence forces and the larger cause of national service, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh appealed to the scientific community to come forward and voluntarily donate blood, emphasizing the creation of a "Blood Bank for National Service" in the wake of the current security situation.

"Speaking at the inauguration of a Voluntary Blood Donation Camp organized by the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, in collaboration with the Indian Red Cross Society, Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted that the Ministry is among the first to launch such an initiative. He underscored the vital role of the scientific community not only as innovators but also as compassionate c...