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Waiting for Modi’s finger-snap to sort out all problems: Togadia
Ahmedabad, April 17 (IANS) Beginning his indefinite fast in support of the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and other issues, former VHP leader Pravin Togadia on Tuesday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
“You (Modi) said you have a majority in Parliament, you will sort out all issues facing the country with a snap of your fingers. For the last four years, I have been eagerly awaiting to listen to my brother and our Prime Minister to snap his fingers and solve the problems,” the former Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) Acting President said.
Though his fast was scheduled to start around 10 a.m., it took him a couple of hours more to commence it outside the VHP office here, where he was joined by a motley group of sants and supporters.
Interestingly, he began his fast without getting any official permission from the local authorities. Police was present at the venue.
“Our demand is for passage of a law in Parliament to facilitate the construction of the Ram Temple, ban on cow slaughter, and enforcement of the Uniform Civil Code in the country,” Togadia said.
He also attacked Modi for his economic policies and governance.
“You did a U-turn on MNREGA, Aadhaar, and Goods and Services Tax. By announcing demonetisation and GST, you killed businesses,” he said.
He indirectly hinted that he had been offered the post of Gujarat Chief Minister in the past.
Both the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and the Bharatiya Janata Party had made attempts since Monday to convince Togadia not to go ahead with his fast, but he remained adamant.
Three RSS leaders met Togadia on Monday, whereas senior BJP leader Surendra Patel called on him just before he began his fast.
–IANS
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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.