TSCS Marks World Thalassemia Day 2025 with Awareness Events, Community Engagement, and Advocacy Initiatives

The Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) commemorated World Thalassemia Day 2025, on 8th May 2025 with a series of impactful events, including an awareness walk and a special program involving Thalassemia children and their parents. The event featured a panel discussion on “Management, Prevention, and Cure of Thalassemia,” aimed at educating and engaging the community.

Renowned singer and Indian Idol contestant Ms. Ragini Shinde also joined the occasion, adding inspiration and encouragement for the children and families.

This year’s global theme by TIF – “Together for Thalassemia: Uniting Communities, Prioritizing Patients” – was at the heart of the celebrations.

As part of ongoing advocacy efforts, Dr. Chandrakant Agarwal, President of TSCS, met with Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, Hon’ble Governor of Telangana, to seek continued support for Thalassemia prevention initiatives.
To mark the significance of the day, the TSCS building was illuminated in red, symbolizing solidarity and hope for a Thalassemia-free future.