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Maken for CBI probe in ‘ration scam’, BJP protests against AAP
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) The Delhi Congress on Thursday demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the alleged irregularities and corruption in the public distribution system, as pointed out in a CAG report.
The Delhi BJP also staged a protest against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government over the said scam, saying the ration meant for the poor was diverted to the ration mafia having links with the Arvind Kejriwal government.
Citing the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report tabled in the Delhi Assembly on Tuesday, Ajay Maken said: “The corruption and irregularities in the ration distribution system was happening under the nose of the Kejriwal government in Delhi.”
The CAG audit report for 2016-17 pointed out many “lapses” by the Food and Civil Supplies Department.
“The Aam Aadmi Party government is now trying to fool the people of Delhi with misinformation to divert their attention,” he said.
The former Union Minister alleged that despite officers pointing out to scams surrounding the ration distribution system in Delhi in five important circulars, which were put in the public domain, “the Kejriwal government and chairmen of circle and district vigilance committees, who are area MLAs and MPs respectively, did not act on them”.
He alleged that vigilance officials too had failed to act though circulars were put in the public domain.
“If a CBI probe is held, it should also look into why the vigilance committees failed to act,” the Congress leader added.
The Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers staged a protest at the Delhi Assembly and courted arrest.
Addressing party workers, BJP MP from New Delhi Meenakshi Lekhi said: “It is very sad that the ration meant for the poor given by the central government was diverted to the ration mafia connected with the Kejriwal government.”
“During the last three years, the Kejriwal government has indulged in bungling of ration worth about Rs 5,400 crore. Now that the government is being exposed, the Chief Minister is making a hue and cry,” she alleged.
South Delhi MP Ramesh Bidhuri said the Kejriwal government’s “evil face” has been exposed. The AAP legislators and Ministers, who issue certificates for honesty to others, are now accused of corruption, forgery and harassment of women, he claimed.
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.