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Afghanistan’s snowy hilltops now draw skiiing youngsters
Bamyan (Afghanistan): When the Gunbadak hilltops are snow-capped, covering their usual mud and dust, dozens of children flock to the peak which lies 30 minutes away from Bamyan city, the capital of central Bamyan province, to enjoy skiing, a fun-filled pursuit not often associated with the conflict-ridden country. Zahra Nuri, a 13-year-old girl, is one of more than four dozen skiers who regularly visit the Gunbadak hilltops once a week to improve her capability and proficiency at skiing.
Donning the right ski gear from head to toe and carrying all the necessary equipment and accessories — from eyewear and thermals to boots, bindings and poles — the young girl told Xinhua news agency that she absolutely loves skiing and enjoys hitting the slopes near Bamyan most Fridays, as they are a weekly holiday in Afghanistan. “I have been learning to ski here for nearly a year and a half and my dream is to become a professional skier and to compete at international level and bring honour to Afghanistan,” the ambitious young skier said.
Located in Afghanistan’s highland region, the central Bamyan province is widely regarded as the most peaceful province in the insurgency-plagued country. Taking advantage of the peaceful environment, the people of Bamyan have spared no efforts in developing their province and expanding in different fields to attract global investment for the region’s further development, said Mohammad Afzal Nuri, the head of the Ski Federation in Bamyan.
“Bamyan is not just peaceful, it’s wonderfully picturesque and is suitable for the development and promotion of all kinds of sports, including skiing,” Afzal Nuri told Xinhua, as dozens of happy skiers zig-zagged by. Skiing is a relatively new sport in Afghanistan, arriving in Bamyan in just 2011, Afzal Nuri said. “We started the federation here in Bamyan with the participation of 11 teenagers in 2011 and currently we cater to more than 150 boys and girls who are all members of the skiing club here and practice regularly to improve their skills and techniques,” Afzal Nuri explained.
The peaceful environment and convenient geographical location, as well as the great conditions on the snowy hilltops for skiing at this time of year, have seen the numbers of youngsters coming here to ski rise exponentially over the past few years. So far, six skiing competitions have been held in Bamyan and the seventh competition is expected to be organised this year, the skiing federation chief said. “Each Friday we come here in Gunbadak area to enjoy the snow and hone our skiing skills, techniques and professionalism as future skinning tournaments are approaching,” a young enthusiast, Nasrullah Adili, told Xinhua with a beaming smile, the snowy scenic backdrop reflected in the youngster’s goggles.
Lucknow: Vishal Singh, a renowned social worker from Lucknow, also known as Foodman, has once again made India proud. He was honored by the Happy Hands Gloves Cooperative Limited Company in Korathai, Thailand, for his work with the Hunger Free World Mission.
The Hunger Free World Mission’s meeting was held in Korathai, Thailand, under Vishal Singh’s leadership. Representatives from several countries, including Mr. Raja Dwivedi (Managing Director of Happy Hands Gloves Limited), Thailand Coordinator Mr. Raja Mishra, and member Mr. Varun Singh, attended the event.
Under Vishal Singh’s leadership, the attendees took a pledge to work together toward creating a hunger-free world.
Speaking on the occasion, Vishal Singh explained that the main goal of the Hunger Free World Mission is social participation. He said the mission is not just about feeding people but also about meeting other basic needs of those who are struggling. The mission focuses on helping families of terminally ill patients in hospitals by providing food and shelter. It also works to fulfill essential needs like education, jobs, and care for the elderly.
For the last 16 years, the Vijay Sri Foundation has been providing free services, benefiting thousands of people. Vishal Singh highlighted that the mission aims to gain global recognition like other organizations such as WHO, WWF, and Red Cross, which work for social causes.
During this meeting, Vishal Singh was appointed as the Chairman of the Hunger Free World Mission by representatives from various countries. They also discussed holding regular meetings in different countries to push the mission forward.
Business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has also supported this humanitarian mission, vowing to promote the idea of “Seva Parmo Dharma” (Service is the highest duty) worldwide. Vishal Singh praised him, stating that people like Dr .Abhishek Verma inspire others to work for the betterment of society.
Recently, Romania’s Ambassador, Mr . Daniela Sezonov Ţane, invited Vishal Singh to the Romanian Embassy in Delhi, where they discussed the mission in detail. Impressed by his humanitarian work, she honored Vishal Singh and invited him to Romania to take the mission forward .
Food man Vishal Singh has been serving the people of India for the past 16 years. Through the Vijay Sri Foundation, he provides free meals to cancer patients & their families ,shelter, and education for women & children along with running free old-age homes in Lucknow.
In addition to his humanitarian work, Vishal Singh also addresses issues like crime and corruption through his role as Chairman of Seva Path Media and Managing Director of Vijay Sri Foundation.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Vishal Singh and his team worked tirelessly to provide food and help to the needy, including starving children, elderly citizens, and pregnant women. Despite contracting the virus himself, he continued to assist others after his recovery. He even created a life-saving oxygen regulator using household items, which was praised by doctors both in India and abroad.
In his address at the meeting, Vishal Singh spoke about his mission to create a hunger-free world. He pointed out that India’s large population, along with issues like unemployment and poverty, has caused the country to fall on the Hunger Index. He urged people to contribute just one handful of grains daily to help create a hunger-free world.
He concluded by saying that through social participation, we can empower the people around us, meet their basic needs, and work together to build a stronger, more prosperous, and developed society.
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