15th Indian Organ Donation Day
Organ Donation – The Elixir of Life Campaign
Event Details:
- Venue: Endurance Auditorium, Yenepoya Medical College Hospital (Deemed University), Deralakatte, Mangaluru
- Inauguration by: Shri Dinesh Gundu Rao, Hon’ble Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka
Key Points about Organ Donation:
- Legality & Consent:
- Organ donation from a brain-dead person is legal.
- It requires consent from the family members.
- Tissue Donation:
- Tissues such as corneas, heart valves, skin, and bone marrow can be donated.
- These tissues can help up to 50 lives.
- Organs That Can Be Donated:
- Kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, pancreas, and small intestine.
- A single donor can save up to 8 lives.
- No Age or Gender Restriction:
- Anyone can donate organs and tissues, regardless of age or gender.
Slogan:
“Donate organs, save lives”
Karnataka’s Quantum Technology Vision 2035
Event:
- Occasion: Quantum India Bengaluru 2025
- Organized by: Department of Science and Technology & IISc Quantum Technology Initiative
Key Announcements by CM Shri Siddaramaiah:
Vision:
- Goal: Establish Karnataka as a global exporter of quantum solutions.
- Economic Target: Build a $20 billion quantum-driven economy by 2035.
Why Quantum?
- Described as a strategic frontier technology.
- Will transform sectors like:
- Healthcare,Education,Energy,Infrastructure,Cybersecurity
Karnataka Quantum Roadmap – 5 Pillars:
- Talent Development
- Research & Development (R&D)
- Infrastructure
- Industry Enablement
- Global Partnerships
Statements from Leaders:
CM Siddaramaiah:
“Quantum is the force that will redefine Karnataka’s capabilities.”
DCM D.K. Shivakumar:
“We envision Bengaluru as the world’s first Quantum City.”
“Quantum education will enter schools and universities.”
Minister N.S. Boseraju (Science & Technology):
“We are committed to supporting deep-tech start-ups and global quantum players.”
