Red Cross is the largest humanitarian movement in the world with members of 190 countries. Over the last 150 years, the work of Red Cross has grown from the first aim of caring for the war wounded and the prisoners of war to medical care, blood donations, first aid and so on in accordance with seven fundamental principles of Red Cross movement viz, Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality
Six decades passed since our origin, witnessed unprecedented turmoil, continuously challenged by natural and man-made disasters but Kottayam Red Cross never succumbed to any unstructured environment or drained resources, rather we summoned all vulnerabilities and turned it into sustainable long term solution. Looking back, we had visionary leaders, their dedication and commitments still inspire us to reach new heights. Big salute to our volunteers and life members relentlessly offering their life saving efforts and services in all grim situations like Pandemic, flood and landslide. We sincerely thanks donors and government authorities who stood with us in all difficult situation. With our combined effort, I hope Kottayam district will withstand all adversities of climate change that threaten the progress of our population. Assuring, Kottayam Red Cross will continue to remain in the forefront of all humanitarian voluntary activities around Kottayam.
Joby Thomas
Chairman, IRCS, Kottayam District Branch
Vice Chairman, IRCS, Kerala State branch
The Mission of the Indian Red Cross is to inspire, encourage and initiate at all times all forms of humanitarian activities so that human suffering can be minimized and even prevented and thus contribute to creating more congenial climate for peace.
