Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, has called organ donation the “highest moral exemplification of human nature” and urged citizens to embrace this act of compassion. Speaking at an event in Jaipur, he highlighted the need to protect organ donation from commercial exploitation and encouraged the younger generation to value democratic principles.
At an event organized by Jain Social Groups Central Sansthan and Dadhichi Deh Dan Samiti in Jaipur, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the profound significance of organ donation, describing it as a spiritual activity that reflects the highest moral virtues of humanity. He urged citizens to turn organ donation into a mission that aligns with the noble tradition of serving humanity.
The Vice President highlighted the theme of World Organ Donation Day, “Be the Reason for Someone’s Smile Today,” and encouraged individuals and families to commit to the cause of organ donation. He quoted ancient wisdom to underline the human body’s potential to serve the greater good, turning it into a tool for societal welfare.
“When you assist them, you transform them from being a liability to becoming an asset for society,” said Vice President Dhankhar, emphasizing the transformative power of organ donation.
India has a rich cultural heritage filled with examples of selfless service and sacrifice, deeply rooted in ancient scriptures and Vedic knowledge. The Vice President drew on this heritage to inspire citizens to embrace organ donation as a means of contributing to the welfare of society.
The Vice President expressed concern over the commercialization of organ donation, warning against turning it into an exploitation field for the vulnerable. He stressed that organ donation should be motivated by societal good, not financial gain, and called for vigilance against unethical practices in the medical field.
While highlighting the nobility of the medical profession, especially during the COVID pandemic, the Vice President acknowledged that a few individuals might exploit the system for profit, thus undermining the altruistic nature of organ donation.
Shri Dhankhar also urged corporates and trade associations to promote local products and limit imports, advocating for self-reliance in the business sector.
In his closing remarks, Vice President Dhankhar reiterated the importance of educating the younger generation about past threats to democracy and the need for vigilance to prevent such events in the future, emphasizing the role of organ donation as a moral duty in the broader context of national and societal well-being.
