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Record Breaking Eye Donation Pledge Initiative

Wednesday, April 02, 2025
Date: 2nd April 2025Time: 11.30 amVenue:Resource Person: Recognition by Certified by the India Book of RecordsParticipants PGDM Students – Marketing Div AFaculty Coordinator Rotaract ClubOrganizer Rotaract Club of Dr. D. Y. Patil B-SchoolObjectives To raise awareness about the critical need for eye donation in India. To motivate individuals to pledge their support towards eradicating preventable blindness. To create a large-scale social impact through a unifying and meaningful cause. To instil a sense of social responsibility among students and the community. To set a national record that highlights the importance of youth-led civic engagement.Dr. D. Y. Patil B-School is immensely proud to announce that the Rotaract Club of DYPBS has earned a prestigious place in the India Book of Records for organizing the maximum number of people taking an online pledge for eye donation in a single day.On the day of the initiative, a remarkable 1,719 individuals came together virtually to pledge their eyes for donation, making a powerful contribution to the nationwide movement against blindness. This impactful event was a resounding success, owing to the dedication, coordination, and heartfelt efforts of the Rotaract team and the enthusiastic participants.The campaign served as more than just a record-breaking activity—it became a symbol of collective compassion, societal contribution, and youth empowerment. It highlighted the importance of eye donation and the life-changing impact it can have on millions who suffer from visual impairment.We extend heartfelt congratulations to the Rotaract Club of Dr. D. Y. Patil B-School for their incredible accomplishment. Their initiative stands as a shining example of leadership, empathy, and purposeful action. This milestone reflects the institution's ongoing commitment to community welfare and student-led social innovation.This recognition by the India Book of Records is not just an award—it's a testimony to the spirit of service and dedication nurtured at Dr. D. Y. Patil B-School. The record-breaking eye donation pledge initiative is a proud moment for the entire DYPBS family and a powerful step towards building a more compassionate and healthier society.