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Kashmiris throng markets on Ramadan eve

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Srinagar: Enthusiastic shoppers thronged the markets here on Thursday as festive buying started across the Kashmir Valley on the eve of the holy month of Ramadan.

At the top of the shopping list are dates from different parts of the country and abroad. Fruits and vegetables markets here also opened earlier than usual on Thursday.

Muslims traditionally believe it is auspicious to break the dawn to dusk fast with dates. Fruits especially the more succulent ones like the water melons and mangoes are in demand here as long hours of fasting dehydrate the devotees.

In a sharp contrast to the past when the less privileged ones here adhered more devoutly to the observance of Ramadan, an overwhelming majority of Kashmiris observe the fast now.

The younger generation of Kashmiris who are internet savvy and have better access to social media networks are in the forefront of observing the duties ordained for the faithful Muslims.

“Young people and children did not keep regular fasts during the Ramadan month in the past. Now the trend has completely changed. The younger generation of Kashmiris are more zealous about religious duties these days.

“They sport beards, offer regular Nimaz and observe religious duties with zest now. The negative propaganda about the younger generations of Muslims is logically being fought by these young boys and girls,” said Professor Muzaffar Ahmad Khan, a college principal here.

There is another welcome development. There has been a growing tendency among the Muslims in Kashmir towards donating to organized charities.

“Giving money to a beggar on the street only encourages beggary and is a bad practice. But if somebody contributes to a charitable organization that is transparent and lawful, it is a healthy thing,” said a resident, Khwaja Nisar Hussain.

The administration of local mosques are busy laying new floorings for the devotees who offer special extended night prayers known as the ‘Tarawi’ during Ramadan.

The economically better off people in cities, towns and villages arrange for refreshments for the devotees during evening Ramadan prayers.

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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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.

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