COAS & AWWA Prez pledge organ donation, giving major push to AORTA initiativeCOAS & AWWA Prez pledge organ donation, giving major push to AORTA initiative
Prayagraj, 21 Aug (HS): “Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi along with his wife Sunita Dwivedi, President AWWA, pledged to donate their organs at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), giving a signifi
COAS & AWWA Prez pledge organ donation


Prayagraj, 21 Aug (HS): “Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General

Upendra Dwivedi along with his wife Sunita Dwivedi, President AWWA, pledged to

donate their organs at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), giving a

significant boost to the Armed Forces Organ Retrieval & Transplantation

Authority (AORTA). The initiative aims to encourage awareness and inspire the

Armed Forces community to lead the nation in organ donation,” informed Wg Cdr

Debartho Dhar, Regional PRO & Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, Prayagraj

Region on Thursday via a press communique.

Under the leadership of Director General, Armed Forces Medical

Services (DGAFMS) Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AORTA has emerged as a

national leader in organ retrieval and transplant efforts. The Indian Army has

already created a record, with more than 26,000 personnel pledging organ

donations in a single campaign.

Speaking on the occasion, General Upendra Dwivedi described

organ donation as a service to humanity and an extension of the Armed Forces’

spirit of sacrifice and courage. He urged service personnel & their

families to come forward and set an example for society. The COAS also lauded

AORTA for its consistent efforts in spreading awareness and motivating Armed

Forces personnel about the importance of organ donation.

Recognising the vital role of healthcare workers, the Army Chief

presented on-the-spot Chiefs Recommendation Cards to three frontline staff

engaged in organ transplant care, including a housekeeper who diligently

maintained hygiene and sanitation for patients. This gesture reinforced the

Army Medical Corps’ commitment to compassionate patient care.

The event included a heartfelt tribute to donor families who

extended the gift of life through organ donation. These families were

felicitated in a solemn ceremony for their compassion and courage

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi


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