Organ donation is a life-saving act in any context, but its significance becomes even more profound when it involves children. In India, an estimated3,000 children are estimated to need a liver transplant annually, but less than 150 procedures are actually performed each yeartransplants every year, yet only a fraction receive them due to low awareness, delayed referrals, and the emotional complexity surrounding organ donation. The gap between demand and availability is stark, and time, especially in paediatric cases, is often the most critical factor. Rainbow Children’s Hospitals as a group has been a committed voice and clinical leader in this space, with over 100 paediatric transplants performed across its network to date. These procedures have given critically ill children a renewed chance at life while offering hope to countless families. In addition to medical care, Rainbow actively works to improve public understanding, counsel families in need, and support donor families through some of the most difficult decisions they may ever face. The walkathon was not just a symbolic gathering but a reminder of the lives that can be saved through awareness, timely action, and collective will.

Organ donation is a vital, life-saving act, especially when it comes to children who often face urgent and complex medical challenges. This walkathon serves as an important platform to raise awareness and encourage more people to become donors. Every conversation, every pledge can make a real difference in closing the gap between the number of children waiting for organs and those who receive them in time.

“Today we have come together to emphasise that organ donation is a vital, life-saving act, especially when it comes to children who often face urgent and complex medical challenges. This walkathon serves as an important platform to raise awareness and encourage more people to become donors. Every conversation, every pledge can make a real difference in closing the gap between the number of children waiting for organs and those who receive them in time.” – Dr. Somasekara, Senior Consultant- Pediatric Hepatology & Liver transplantation, Rainbow Children’s Hospital.

Women up to the age of 35 will be selected from all G-TEC centers across India for this initiative. The project ensures job placement within six months after the completion of the training. In the past two years, 1000 women in 2023 and 1001 women in 2024 were trained and provided with jobs under this project, said G-TEC Chairman and Managing Director Mr. Mehroof.I. Manalody.

The 2025 edition of the G-TEC Women Power Project has inaugurated by cine actress and Kalaimamani award winner Mrs. Devayani. Interested women up to the age of 35 can apply either directly through G-TEC centers or online. G-TEC has clarified that this project is being implemented as part of its social responsibility and will continue as a recurring initiative. Job placements will be handled through G-TEC’s dedicated placement wing, G-TEC JobsBank.

G-TEC Introduces MyCreditsDigilocker Verified Certification program for School and College Students

G-TEC EDUCATION has officially launched its Digi locker verified certification program, aimed at delivering skill-based learning to school and college students. The inauguration ceremony was held at Habilis Hotel Chennai.

Dr.Sajeev Kumar S., Vice President of Medhavi Skills University has participated in the event, explained the importance of the skill credit system, the significance of DigiLocker-verified certifications available to students, and the future job opportunities such certifications can unlock.The function was presided over by Mr.Mehroof IManalody, Chairman and Managing Director of G-TEC Group of Institutions and he highlighted the opportunities G-TEC’s skill development program offers to both students and educational institutions.By acquiring Digi locker verified certificates students will be equipped for modern job markets through specialized courses and certifications. These courses empower students with verified, industry-relevant skills.

Most in demand Authorised,SAP – Premium courses now at G-TEC

Additionally, the event also saw the launch of G-TEC’s new range of SAP premium courses in modules such as SAP Ariba, ABAP, SuccessFactors, HCM. These allow students to pursue globally recognized and authorised certifications at affordable rates. Through G-TEC, which is an authorized partner of major companies like SAP, Tally, ZOHO BOOKS, EC COUNCIL, IAB,ABMA students gain access to internationally accredited certifications that can help them build strong career paths.

The event was presided over by G-TEC GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS Chairman and Managing Director, Mr.Mehroof I Manalody and featured the presence of Cine Actress and Kalaimamani awardee Mrs. Devayani, Dr. Sajeev Kumar S. (Vice President, Medhavi Skills University), and G-TEC Executive Director Mr. MishalAboobacker.