Tendulkar, who went in for the blood donation on Monday morning along with his team in Mumbai, highlighted the value of blood in treating many medical conditions, and how the timely availability of safe blood.
Mumbai: Former India captain Sachin Tendulkar on Monday donated blood on the occasion of World Blood Donor Day and also urged citizens to come forward and take part in voluntary blood donation.
Tendulkar, who went in for the blood donation on Monday morning along with his team in Mumbai, highlighted the value of blood in treating many medical conditions, and how the timely availability of safe blood for transfusion plays a vital role in saving human lives.
In a video posted through his social media handles, Tendulkar spoke about his personal experience of a close relative in need of blood a few months back.
Tendulkar and his team volunteered for the blood donation, hoping to set an example for others to follow. It must be noted that Tendulkar has been actively involved in creating awareness about blood donations through supporting various initiatives.