An online platform launched on Monday aims to donors connect with patients in various parts of the country, in order to facilitate plasma therapy, that can help in the recovery of critical COVID-19 patients. The initiative, titled Pint Network, has registered around 65 donors.

The website was created by 23-year-old Dr Neil Pinto and 22-year-old Karina Thakrar. "People are now gradually opening up to the idea that once they are COVID-19 free, they can help others suffering from the disease. To deal with the pandemic, we are building a network of plasma donors across India for the recovery of COVID-19 patients. A pint of plasma can save up to two lives," Thakrar said.