Tripura CM emphasizes humanity in everyday life, not just crises

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Thursday emphasized the importance of upholding humanity not just during times of war or disaster, but as a guiding principle in everyday life. 

He urged citizens to work collectively to ensure humanity does not fade from society.

“In today’s world, humanity must be part of our daily lives—not only during emergencies. The state government is working transparently under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to build a society rooted in such values,” said Dr. Saha while virtually inaugurating a district-level blood donation camp organized by the Indian Red Cross Society (Tripura State Branch) on the occasion of World Red Cross Day.

Highlighting this year’s global theme—"Keeping Humanity Alive"—Dr. Saha said the Red Cross’s initiatives are especially meaningful at a time when compassion and empathy appear to be dwindling worldwide.

“World Red Cross Day commemorates the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross, established in 1863. This global observance is a reminder of the organization's continued commitment to humanitarian service,” he said.

Dr. Saha also reflected on the launch of the Saharsh Utsav held on Tuesday, a state-level initiative aimed at reducing academic pressure on students from classes I to VIII while promoting values such as humanity, patriotism, and responsibility.

“India was once a global hub for quality education. People from abroad used to come here to study. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, efforts are underway to restore that legacy,” he added.

Reaffirming the government’s support for the Red Cross Society’s humanitarian work, the Chief Minister also spoke about the tireless efforts of doctors and healthcare workers in the state.

“GB Hospital is a symbol of hope for many. Every day, patients recover and return home, but these positive stories often go unnoticed. On the other hand, isolated negative incidents lead to criticism and disrespect toward health workers. That too raises a question of humanity,” he said.

Dr. Saha stressed the importance of balancing blood demand and supply, calling voluntary blood donation a vital expression of service and solidarity.