Khidmat Boys Bring Smiles to Young Patients on Children’s Day with Gifts and Essential Medical Equipment
Milli Council initiative supports children undergoing treatment at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health; books, toys, indoor games and medical equipment donated to paediatric nephrology and kidney transplant unit
Bengaluru: Turning the spirit of Children’s Day into an act of compassion, the All India Milli Coreached out to young patients at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health on November 14, donating medical equipment, books, toys and indoor games to make their hospital stay more comfortable and cheerful.
The initiative, led by young volunteers known as Khidmat Boys, aimed to bring moments of happiness to children undergoing treatment, particularly those facing prolonged illnesses and demanding procedures such as dialysis. The donations were made to the hospital’s paediatric nephrology and kidney transplant unit.
Fiaz Sharief, General Secretary, Milli Council Karnataka said, “Children battling serious illness and undergoing treatment need not only medicines but also love, care, encouragement and moments of happiness. Our visit to the Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health was an effort to bring smiles to young patients, ease their emotional stress and make their hospital stay more cheerful. Through toys, books, gifts and essential medical equipment, we hope to contribute in our own small way to their comfort and well-being.
As Khidmat Boys, our mission is to inspire young people to serve humanity through meaningful action.
“Humanity has no religion, compassion has no boundaries, and kindness knows no discrimination. The greatest service is to bring a smile to a face, irrespective of faith or identity.”
Medical Equipment and Recreational Support
The donated items included blood pressure monitors, weighing machines, height-measuring equipment and pulse oximeters. The team also provided books, toys, indoor games, carrom boards, wall clocks and an induction stove to meet some of the basic requirements of the wards.
Explaining the purpose of the initiative, Sulaiman Khan, Assistant General Secretary of the All India Milli Council, said the effort was intended to create a more welcoming environment for children who often spend long periods away from their homes and families.
“Children admitted to hospitals are already going through physical and emotional difficulties. Being away from their parents, homes and familiar surroundings can make the experience even more challenging. Through books, toys and indoor games, we hope to bring them some relief, keep them engaged and encourage their interest in reading and recreation,” he said.
Khan added that the children were delighted to receive the materials, making the visit particularly meaningful for the volunteers.
Play and Reading Can Support Recovery
Acknowledging the contribution, Manjunath, Transplant Coordinator at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, thanked the Milli Council Khidmat Boys for supporting children in the paediatric nephrology and kidney transplant unit.
He explained that many children undergoing treatment experience considerable pain and emotional stress, particularly during repeated procedures such as dialysis.
“Books and games give children something positive to engage with. These activities help them feel refreshed, divert their attention from pain and make their time in the hospital less stressful. Such support can contribute to their emotional well-being during treatment,” he said.
Furqan Khan, the Team Lead of Khidmat Boys, says, “our mission is to inspire young people to serve humanity through meaningful action.”
Young Volunteers, A Commitment to Humanity
The initiative reflects the growing involvement of the Muslim community’s young volunteers in humanitarian and social service. Through the Khidmat Boys platform, led by the All India Milli Council, young people are extending their service beyond community boundaries, responding to needs in healthcare and other areas of public welfare.
The Children’s Day outreach demonstrated how thoughtful gestures, even beyond medical treatment, can bring comfort and hope to children and their families during difficult times.
