HDFC Bank, one of India’s leading private-sector banks, will organise the 17th edition of its nationwide Blood Donation Drive under its flagship CSR programme, Parivartan, on 5 December 2025. The initiative will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. across more than 1,100 cities, engaging employees, customers, corporates, students, defence personnel, and community members.
The drive reflects HDFC Bank’s longstanding commitment to community welfare and continues to support India’s ongoing need for safe and timely blood donations. Since its launch in 2007, the initiative has expanded from 88 centres collecting 4,385 units of blood to 5,533 camps and 3.38 lakh units collected across 1,408 locations in 2024. In 2013, the Parivartan Blood Donation Drive set a Guinness World Record for the largest single-day, multiple-venue blood donation campaign.
Mr Kaizad Bharucha, Deputy Managing Director, HDFC Bank, said,
“For many years, this drive has brought people together for a common purpose. Donating blood is a simple act that can make an immediate difference to someone’s life. We are grateful to every volunteer and partner who supports this effort each year.”
Mr Bhavesh Zaveri, Executive Director, HDFC Bank, added,
“The Annual Blood Donation Drive has grown steadily because our employees and partners approach it with sincerity and teamwork. Every donor plays an important role in strengthening this collective effort, and we remain committed to contributing to the country’s healthcare ecosystem.“
HDFC Bank works closely with reputed blood banks, healthcare organisations, government authorities, and NGOs to ensure safety, transparency, and adherence to medical protocols. The drive is open to all eligible donors aged 18 to 60 who are in good health. Participants can walk into any participating camp on the day. A complete list of locations is available on the HDFC Bank website and social media channels.
Eligibility criteria include:
- Age between 18 and 60 years
- Last donation at least three months prior
- No recent fever, cough, or cold
- Light breakfast at least three hours before donating
- Adequate hydration before donation
- No smoking, tobacco, or alcohol prior to donation
- Medical approval after screening for weight, haemoglobin, blood pressure, and overall fitness
How to participate
Donors can walk in to any participating camp on 5 December 2025. A simple registration and medical screening process will be followed to ensure safety. More information about camp locations and participation guidelines is available on the HDFC Bank website and official social media platforms.
HDFC Bank Parivartan is the Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, committed to sustainable and inclusive growth. The programme focuses on financial inclusion, education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability, empowering communities and driving positive social change across India.
