Ankush Singla

Founder of GiveMeBlood, revolutionizing blood donation access in India through technology

Ankush Singla is an Indian social entrepreneur best known for founding GiveMeBlood, a pioneering online blood donation platform that has saved countless lives across India since its launch in 2008. Growing up witnessing family members struggle during medical emergencies due to blood shortages, Singla recognized the systemic inefficiencies in India's blood donation infrastructure. His innovative solution connected donors directly with recipients through a user-friendly website and mobile app, creating a real-time database of registered volunteers.

What makes Singla's work transformative is its dual focus on technology and community mobilization. The platform's algorithm matches blood types with nearby donors, reducing response times from days to hours. By 2020, GiveMeBlood had registered over 1.2 million donors and facilitated more than 150,000 life-saving donations. The initiative has also inspired similar models in countries like Bangladesh and Nepal, showcasing scalable social innovation.

Singla's approach emphasizes education and empowerment, organizing blood donation drives at universities and corporations while training volunteers in safe donation practices. His work was recognized by the Indian government with the National Award for Blood Donation in 2015, and featured in international media including BBC's 'The Social Entrepreneurs' documentary series. Through his platform, Singla has redefined community health responses in developing nations, proving that tech-driven solutions can democratize access to essential medical resources.