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Modi’s initiative to call Nawaz a gigantic step: Sayeed
Jammu: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) patron Mufti Muhammad Sayeed Saturday welcomed as “gigantic step” the initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reach out to his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif and resuming the foreign secretary-level talks.
The prime minister’s initiative talking to Nawaz Sharif is a gigantic step to set a new agenda for reconciliation and resolution between the two countries, he said, in a statement issued here.
“The SAARC formatting of the initiative was a very constructive approach which could augur well for realizing the economic potential of the South Asian region.
“The initiatives taken by the prime minister on his swearing in by inviting the SAARC leaders including Sharif had set the right tone for India’s leadership role in the region, but the calling off of the secretary level talks soon after had blunted its potential,” he said.
“The resumption of talks and the prime minister’s telephonic conversation with Mr Sharif has come as a major intervention to revive the stalled peace process between our country and Pakistan,” said Sayeed, terming friendship between India and Pakistan of prime importance for releasing the creative energies from decades-long atmosphere of hostility of which Jammu and Kashmir has been the main victim.
“Jammu and Kashmir has borne the brunt of wars, militancy and a destabilized political situation as a result of the conflict between the two countries and it is a good omen that the prime minister has taken up the bold initiative at a crucial stage of the state’s history.
“Economic progress in Jammu and Kashmir can generate a political dividend and emotional satisfaction only in an atmosphere of peace which can be anchored in the overall framework of India-Pakistan amity,” he said.
Sayeed said his PDP has always placed great trust in the potentialities of SAARC not just on economic front, “but we look up to it as prospective boon for a strategically located state like ours which, unfortunately, has remained a bone of contention and continues to suffer from absence of a stable and peaceful atmosphere”.
“Violence along borders since has resulted in casualties and it causes pain whether the victims are from our defense forces, or civilians on both sides of it,” he said, adding he hoped Modi’s new initiative “would lead to sustained and uninterruptable dialogue with Pakistan which would realize peace and stability in the region”.
“Such a peaceful atmosphere would allow the people of Jammu and Kashmir to reap fully the benefits of democratic system in which they have repeatedly invested their faith without adequate response so far in terms of solving their problems.”
The PDP, which is holding informal talks with the Bharatiya Janata Party on government formation in the state after the state poll threw up a fractured mandate, has been pressing for resumption of India-Pakistan dialogue process.
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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.