Over 300 units of blood collected

AS MANY as 341 units of blood were collected in the 17th blood donation camp organised by competent Foundation here today in association with DAV Collage at Sector 10. Punjab Governor cum UT Administrator VP Singh Badnore was the chief guest. He stressed on the importance of blood donation as a selfless service to save lives. UT Adviser Parimal Raialso attended the function as the guest of honour . In addition, 146 people pledged to donate their eyes and other organs. Chandigarh BJP president Sanjay Tandon said :” Under standing the competent group had formed a charitable society , namely, ” Competent Foundation “in October 2006 . The foundation is known for undertaking various projects to help the underprivileged in society by organising weekly langars, blood donation camps, fee education and providing free medical help to the poor patients at the PGI and GMCH-32”.-TNS