“Raktakanika: A Journey of Blood Donation and Saving Lives”

Hello! My name is Mrs. Himardri Gogoi Borah. I am a housewife and a mother of two adorable children. I hail from Dibrugarh and currently reside in Guwahati, Assam. I have always had a strong desire to help people in some way, and I found blood donation to be the simplest and most effective way to make a difference. In 2014, I made the decision to join a donor’s group, and I was truly astonished by the struggles people faced while trying to arrange a few drops of blood for their loved ones.

In the age of social media, I came across numerous posts related to blood donation. Being new to this field, I tried my best and was able to assist some people. Despite my busy schedule as a homemaker, I started dedicating more time to this noble cause. The more I got involved, the more lives I was able to save. This realization motivated me to do even more.

Over time, my involvement grew, and I found myself dedicating more and more time to this cause. With each passing day, the number of people I was able to help kept increasing. Finally, on August 31, 2017, I took the initiative to establish my own blood donor’s group called “RAKTAKANIKA.” I single-handedly started this project, and over the years, it has expanded tremendously with more people joining hands to work for this noble cause. Presently, our group consists of over 16,000 members.

The primary objective behind Raktakanika is to save as many lives as possible. I firmly believe that no one should have to struggle to arrange even a few drops of blood. To further this cause, we also conduct awareness programs across Assam, primarily targeting the youth. We believe that young people, above 18 years of age, are the most relevant group when it comes to blood donation.

As mentioned earlier, I am a housewife deeply involved in my family life. Nevertheless, I am committed to carrying on with this great cause as it brings immense happiness. Both my work and that of the donors are voluntary, and together, we are taking a significant step towards humanity.

Raktakanika is not just a platform for blood donation; it is a journey of compassion, empathy, and hope. Together, we strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those in need. Join us in this noble endeavor and help us save more lives.”