Islamabad, June 11, 2025: In a historic initiative, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched Pakistan’s first and exemplary Virtual Blood Bank, a digital project designed to ensure the immediate availability of blood in emergencies.
This unique system allows patients or their families to call the emergency helpline 15, and by pressing button 4, they will be directly connected to the Virtual Blood Bank. Once the call is received, a duty officer at Punjab Safe City obtains the patient’s location and blood group.
In a swift response mechanism, the system identifies registered blood donors in the patient’s area and connects them to the patient’s family via a conference call. This timely coordination ensures that life-saving blood reaches the patient without delay.
Key Features of the Virtual Blood Bank:
- Operates through Punjab Police Helpline 15
- Instant connection with donors based on location and blood group
- Active support from local police officers in donation efforts
- 24/7 availability across Punjab
The initiative is fully integrated with the Punjab Safe City Authority, where more than 25,000 blood donors are already registered. This includes 10,000 police officers and over 15,000 civilians who have voluntarily joined the noble cause.
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Easy Registration for Blood Donors:
- Through Helpline 15
- Via the Safe City official website
- At Police Khidmat Counters established in government hospitals
The service receives an average of 2,500 daily calls from citizens seeking blood, with around 250 critical cases being addressed on a daily basis. So far, over 14,000 patients have benefited from this round-the-clock service.
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CM Maryam Nawaz’s Message:
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz urged the youth and citizens of Punjab to take part in this life-saving mission stating, “Every drop of blood can bring hope to someone in need. In times of emergency, it is nothing short of life itself.”
She further emphasized that Punjab is entering a new digital era, where public services are being raised to unprecedented standards. This visionary step marks a major milestone in digital healthcare reform, aiming not only to save lives but also to foster a strong sense of social responsibility among the people of Punjab.
