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January 26 marked the transition of India into a full fledged Republic. It is also the day when India adopted the Constitution and this year marks the 60^th year. It was our good fortune that India became a republic with great leaders like Dr. B R Ambedkar, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Dr Rajendra Prasad to name a few, at the helm of affairs.    A new Constitution was created to govern the country. This day reminds us of our duty towards the country, understand its relevance and take pride in being an Indian.

Republic day is synonymous with various mental images of children running about in white uniforms with the tricolour of all sizes, hawkers weaving through busy traffic intersections selling colourful motifs, plastic caps, flags, street vendors doling out colourful chuskis etc.  Some take great pride in watching the colourful parades marching down the Red Fort in perfect unison while others like to sit back and enjoy a worthy holiday!

Today’s youth are addicted to Gizmos, TV, mobiles, shopping, branded clothing and what not and do not realize the real significance of Republic Day and our responsibility towards the nation. We need to inculcate a sense of patriotism and contribute our share to the society.

The youth wing of Durgabai Deshmukh Colony started a Society named “Bhagat Yuva Morcha” on Republic Day this year. They organized a Blood Donation Camp in their colony where people turned up in droves. The chief guest was Mr. Kishen Reddy, BJP MLA and the present legislator of  Amberpet area.   The Chief Guest was late and the blood camp began on a high note. The charismatic MLA walked in amidst huge cheers and hoisted the flag. Many people turned up just to see the MLA and the venue was brimming with exuberant youngsters who were waiting to hear him speak.

Blood donation camp in full progress. Credit:Pearl Rive

Blood donation camp was going on in full swing. The weight has to be above 50 Kgs and the volunteer should be in good health. The general procedure was followed like filling in the details of the volunteers, checking their weight, Blood Pressure and a blood test to check for abnormalities, if any. Those who were anaemic or had any illness were restrained from donating blood. About 350 ML of blood was taken from each volunteer and later donated to Narayanguda Blood Bank. They were given refreshments to avoid any dizziness.  “This is the first time I am donating blood and I was quite at ease. I felt very good afterwards”, gushed Sai Chand, a student volunteer.

Mr.Kishen Reddy in his Saffron Robes started off in impeccable Telugu and gave a stirring speech. He congratulated the youth Society and told them to help towards the development of that area which could happen only with youngsters like them. Here are some excerpts from his speech. “We are economically good and the only problem with us is that we only keep blaming the government for not providing basic needs. We can solve quite a number of problems by taking care of the existing ones. Youth today are educated and can help us by joining hands and work towards the betterment of the society. No blame game is good for any society. Terrorism, social evils, suicides, ‘Dharnas’ have become part of our daily lives and what good have they done to us? None! We shouldn’t forget Dr.Ambedkar’s words who said do your duties first and then change the way everything is. We have the power to conquer the world”, he said.

“Nowadays people have forgotten to vote. It has to be taken seriously and everyone should exercise this right. It is essential to elect our leaders for a better tomorrow. According to me we should also have the compulsory Voting system like in the Narendra Modi Government where in the one’s who don’t vote are fined”, he said.

He finally congratulated the Members of  Bhagat Yuva Morcha and wished them good luck in their future endeavours. He also took a few photographs with them and everyone dispersed. The Chairman of this Youth Society is Mr. Kartik Arroju, President is Sri Satish Kumar, Vice President is Naveen Yadav.  Sandeep and Sai Krishna are the Joint Secretaries. Suman is the General Secretary. They represent the youth of Amberpet area. The membership is open to all.  The Press and the high dignitaries present were thanked profusely. A note of thanks was by a member and everyone dispersed in high spirits. Jai Ho BHAGAT YUVA MORCHA!

With the Society members. Credit: Pearl Rive

Member Speaking. Credit: Pearl Rive

MLA visiting the camp. Credit: Pearl Rive