Adani Foundation Collects Over 52,000 Units of Blood in Nationwide Drive on Gautam Adani's 64th Birthday

The Adani Foundation organised a nationwide blood donation campaign to mark Gautam Adani's 64th birthday, collecting a record 52,306 units across 754 locations in 21 states, four international sites, and 764 blood banks, supported by over 6,000 volunteers and thousands of donors. The effort aims to benefit more than 156,000 patients.

The Adani Foundation marked the 64th birthday of Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani with one of India's largest voluntary blood donation campaigns, collecting a record 52,306 units of blood through a nationwide drive spanning more than 750 locations across India and overseas.

Organised on June 24, the initiative was conducted across 754 cities, towns and villages in 21 states, five Union Territories and four international locations. The campaign surpassed last year's collection of 28,090 units, setting a new benchmark for the annual exercise.

The blood donation drive, organised under the banner of "Seva Hi Sadhana Hai" (service is worship), witnessed the participation of thousands of donors and more than 6,000 volunteers, including doctors, paramedics, administrative personnel and employees from various Adani Group businesses. The initiative was carried out in collaboration with over 764 blood banks, including Red Cross centres, government hospitals and trust-run blood banks across the country.

According to the Adani Foundation, the 52,306 units of blood collected—equivalent to nearly 23,538 litres—are expected to benefit more than 1.56 lakh patients. The donated blood and its components, including plasma, platelets, packed red cells and fresh frozen plasma, are expected to support emergency treatments, major surgeries, cancer care, maternal healthcare and other critical medical services.

Adani Foundation Chairperson Dr Priti Adani praised the collective effort in a social media post, stating that the campaign brought to life Gautam Adani's belief in service to society. "For Gautam's 64th birthday, his belief of 'Seva Hi Sadhana Hai' was beautifully brought to life through a mega blood donation drive made possible by the Adani Parivaar. My deepest gratitude to every Adanian and medical professional who participated. Their act of service will bring hope and strength to thousands of patients and their families," she said.

The annual blood donation campaign began in 2011 with just over 1,300 units collected. Over the years, it has evolved into one of the country's largest voluntary blood donation initiatives, involving employees, partners and local communities.

The Adani Foundation said the campaign reflects its larger commitment to social development and community welfare. Beyond the scale of participation and the number of units collected, the initiative highlights the role of collective action and voluntary service in addressing healthcare needs.

Established in 1996, the Adani Foundation works in the areas of education, healthcare, nutrition, sustainable livelihoods, climate action and community development. The foundation currently operates in over 7,200 villages and urban wards across 22 states, impacting millions of lives across the country.