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World Heart Day Celebration and CPR Demonstration-2026
Organized by: Red Cross Unit, NSS Unit & IQAC, Mangaldai Commerce College
Date of Event: 29-09-2026
No. of Participants: 60
Document uploaded by: IQAC, MCC
A World Heart Day Celebration and CPR Demonstration was organized by the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS), Darrang District Branch, in collaboration with the Red Cross Unit, NSS Unit and Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Mangaldai Commerce College, on 29th September 2026 at the Digital Conference Hall of Mangaldai Commerce College.
The programme was organized to commemorate World Heart Day and to create awareness among students and participants about the importance of cardiovascular health, prevention of heart-related diseases, healthy lifestyle practices and basic life-saving skills. The programme carried the message “Through Humanity to Peace” and emphasized the importance of collective responsibility and humanitarian action in promoting a healthier and safer society.
A major highlight of the programme was the CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Demonstration. The demonstration provided participants with practical awareness of the basic steps involved in CPR and highlighted its importance in responding to a cardiac emergency. The session emphasized that timely and appropriate assistance can be crucial during an emergency, particularly before professional medical help becomes available. The practical demonstration helped students understand the significance of remaining calm, responding promptly and providing basic assistance during a life-threatening situation.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Sri Jayanta Sarmah, Lecturer, First Aid, IRCS, who warmly welcomed the Resource Persons, faculty members and students. In his address, he highlighted the importance of organizing health-awareness and first-aid programmes in educational institutions. He emphasized that students can play an important role in creating a healthy, safe and responsible society by acquiring appropriate knowledge, developing awareness and extending timely assistance during emergencies.
The first Resource Person, Dr. Dhurba Jyoti Saharia, Sub-Divisional Medical Officer, Darrang, Assam, delivered an informative and insightful lecture on heart health, cardiovascular disease prevention and healthy lifestyle practices. He discussed the importance of regular physical activity, balanced nutrition, adequate rest, stress management and avoidance of harmful habits. He also emphasized the need for timely health check-ups and awareness of risk factors associated with cardiovascular diseases. The students were encouraged to adopt healthy habits and to remain conscious of the importance of preventive healthcare.
Another Resource Person, Mr. Deba Prasad Sarma, General Secretary, IRCS, Assam State Branch, addressed the gathering and highlighted the humanitarian role of the Red Cross in promoting health awareness, emergency preparedness and community service. He emphasized the importance of developing basic first-aid and life-saving skills among young people and encouraged students to participate actively in humanitarian and community-oriented activities.
Mr. Haren Kakati, Chairman, IRCS, Darrang, Assam also addressed the gathering and emphasized the importance of health awareness, humanitarian values and community participation. He encouraged the students to develop a sense of social responsibility and to contribute positively to society through knowledge, service and responsible action.
The programme also focused on the significance of maintaining a healthy heart and a healthy lifestyle. Participants were sensitized about the importance of regular exercise, balanced and nutritious food, adequate sleep, stress management, avoidance of tobacco and other harmful substances, and regular health check-ups. The discussions also highlighted the importance of recognizing health risks at an early stage and taking appropriate preventive measures.
The involvement of the Red Cross Unit, NSS Unit and IQAC of Mangaldai Commerce College reflected the institution's commitment to promoting health awareness, humanitarian values, social responsibility and community-oriented activities among students. The programme provided students with valuable knowledge regarding cardiovascular health as well as practical awareness of CPR and emergency response.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members, making it a meaningful and informative awareness initiative. The interaction with the Resource Persons and the CPR demonstration helped participants gain practical knowledge that may prove valuable in responding to emergencies and promoting public health awareness.
The programme concluded with an emphasis on the message that heart health is a shared responsibility. It reinforced the importance of preventive
