MAKKAH: In a compelling expression of humanitarian solidarity and community service, the Consulate General of India, Jeddah, in association with the Indian Community Makkah, organised a blood donation camp in Makkah at the Maternity and Children’s Hospital An Naseem, under the Makkah Health Cluster, on Sept 12th 2026 Saturday.
The initiative brought together members of the Indian community in a zestful spirit of selfless service and collective compassion, with donors voluntarily stepping forward to contribute blood and reinforce the hospital’s vital lifesaving efforts. Their participation underscored the enduring spirit of philanthropy and social responsibility that continues to animate the Indian diaspora in the Kingdom. The camp was conducted with the support of Dr. Helal Bin Helal Almalki, CEO of Maternity and Children’s Hospital, Makkah Health Cluster, and in coordination with Dr. Amna Moulana, Director of the Laboratory & Blood Bank, whose teams ensured the smooth and efficient conduct of the programme. Mr. Mohammer Alharbi and Dr. Basim from Jamiya Khairiya Sambula NGO also extended their valuable support and cooperation, further strengthening the collaborative humanitarian endeavour.
The blood donation drive was organised under the guidance and leadership of Mr. Fahad Ahmed Khan Suri, Consulate General of India, Jeddah, whose encouragement and support lent impetus to the humanitarian initiative. The programme was actively coordinated and managed by Eng. Fazal Mohammed, with the dedicated participation of members of the Indian Community at Makkah (ICM) team. The initiative stands as a poignant testament to the Indian community’s unwavering commitment to humanitarian service, social responsibility and meaningful civic engagement, reflecting its determination to contribute constructively to the society in which its members live and work. Carrying an added significance in the enduring spirit of India–Saudi Arabia friendship, the initiative brought together members of the Indian community for a common humanitarian cause. Such endeavours serve as a vital bridge between communities, further nurturing the longstanding bonds of friendship, cooperation and people-to-people relations between the two countries.
The organisers expressed their sincere gratitude to the Maternity and Children’s Hospital administration, the Laboratory and Blood Bank teams of the Makkah Health Cluster, medical and support staff, volunteers, donors, and every member of the Indian community whose wholehearted cooperation and participation made the blood donation camp a meaningful success.
For the Indian Community Makkah (ICM), the initiative stands as more than a blood donation drive—it is a resounding affirmation of its xenial spirit and enduring ethos of compassion, service and social responsibility, reflecting its commitment to fostering goodwill, solidarity and meaningful community engagement. The ICM reaffirmed its resolve to continue undertaking community-oriented and humanitarian initiatives that contribute to the wellbeing of society while fostering deeper people-to-people bonds and further strengthening the warm and enduring friendship between India and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
M Siraj
