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DMK’s proposal on Rahul Gandhi as PM continues to create a flutter
New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS) DMK chief M.K. Stalin’s pitch for Congress President Rahul Gandhi as candidate for the prime minister’s post in the 2019 elections continued to keep the feathers ruffled in the opposition camp with SP chief Akhilesh Yadav saying it may not be the opinion of the alliance.
However, the DMK maintained it was within its rights to propose Gandhi’s name as the real alternative to the BJP whose government was keen on imposing one culture, one religion and one language on the country. “The DMK doesn’t need anybody’s permission (to say that) ,” it said.
“People — farmers, youth and others — are unhappy with the BJP and want its government to go. Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao had initiated steps earlier for a national coalition. The efforts would continue. It is not necessary it (Stalin’s proposal) is the alliance opinion. But BJP need not worry. People in Uttar Pradesh are ready to defeat you,” Akhilesh said in Lucknow.
NCP leader and MP, Majid Memon, said there was panic in the BJP camp. You ask Rahul Gandhi. He has himself made it absolutely clear that it will be decided after elections. It is people’s mandate… whoever gets the largest number of seats, it is for them to decide their leader.”
DMK spokesperson Manu Sundaram said he was happy that his leader’s proposal has set the cat among the BJP’s pigeons. Stalin’s statement was a reflection of the larger view within the DMK that Rahul Gandhi would provide a viable alternative leadership after the last four and a half years of BJP rule which was keen on foisting one culture, one religion and one language.
“I don’t expect all political leaders to hold this view. Ultimately we will go by consensus, if not by the democratic process of election. The issue has not been discussed in the alliance. In fact, the grand alliance does not exist at the national level. At the moment it is only there in various states. The DMK doesn’t need anybody’s permission (to propose leadership),” Sundaram said.
–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.