indian red cross society kallakurichi district

United by the spirit of service - Together, we empower communities through compassion and lifesaving action.

The Indian Red Cross Society Kallakurichi is a voluntary humanitarian organization, dedicated to serving vulnerable people across Kallakurichi and beyond. As part of a national network with over 1200 branches, IRCS Kallakurichi provides prompt relief in natural disasters, emergencies, and supports community health, safety, and wellbeing.

We proudly contribute to the world’s largest independent humanitarian movement — the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, working alongside the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 192 National Societies, and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.

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Henry Dunant

Founder of the Red Cross

Story of Henry Dunant

Jean Henri Dunant (born May 8, 1828, in Geneva, Switzerland – died October 30, 1910) was a Swiss humanitarian, businessman, and social activist who founded the International Red Cross and inspired the creation of the Geneva Conventions.

Early Life

Dunant grew up in a devout Calvinist family that valued charity and compassion. From a young age, he helped the poor and sick — traits that shaped his later humanitarian mission.

The Battle of Solferino (1859)

While traveling for business in northern Italy, Dunant witnessed the Battle of Solferino, a brutal conflict between French and Austrian forces. Around 40,000 soldiers lay dead or wounded on the battlefield — without medical aid, food, or water. Moved by their suffering, Dunant organized local villagers to care for all the wounded, regardless of nationality, using the phrase “Tutti fratelli” (All are brothers).

Our Mission

The mission of the Indian Red Cross Society Kallakurichi is to inspire, encourage, and take action for all forms of humanitarian service. We strive to alleviate human suffering, prevent hardship, and foster a culture of empathy and peace in every community we serve.

Governance

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M.S.Prasanth

I.A.S, District Collector Kallakurichi

District President

Dr.S.Ponnarasu

MD - COMMUNITY MEDICINE (CMC, Vellore)

District Chairman

A.Elayaperumal

District Vice Chairman

S. Emanuvel Sasi Kumar

District Secretary

M.Suresh Kumar

District Treasurer

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