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New migrant policy shouldn’t turn EU into fortress: Merkel

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Berlin, July 5 (IANS) German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday warned that increased security on the EU’s border as part of a tougher migrant policy being adopted by bloc leaders should focus on thwarting human trafficking rather than convert the continent into a fortress.

Merkel, leader of Germany’s Christian Democrats (CDU), was speaking at a press conference here alongside Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who is known for his anti-immigration policies.

“The soul of Europe is its humanity… If we want to preserve it, Europe cannot simply detach itself from distress and suffering,” she said.

While it was the correct decision to take on trafficking networks, the German conservative leader said that fundamental European values should not be lost in the process, Efe news reported.

The bloc could not ignore the plight of immigrants seeking safety in Europe, she added.

Orbán, in turn, said that if Hungary did not have hundreds of men posted along its frontier to block migrant flow, then 4,000-5,000 people would be arriving in Germany every day.

Merkel said that the perspective on the migration between Hungary and Germany was very different. Reacting to it, Orban said: “The Chancellor and I see the world differently, but we strive for cooperation and I’m ready to work with her.”

Orban said that his country built a fence on its southern borders to regain control over its territory, the move protecting not only Hungary but also Germany by not allowing refugees to enter Hungary.

“We feel hurt that we are accused by Germany of lack of solidarity,” said Orban, adding that “we protect our border with 8,000 armed soldiers for 24 hours… That clearly means also a help for Germany, because refugees who are rejected, do not come to Germany.”

Merkel-led CDU and the Christian Social Union on Monday night reached a compromise on asylum policy, agreeing to build refugee transit centres along Germany-Austria borders and turn back asylum seekers already registered in other EU countries, in accordance with administrative agreements between two countries.

In an interview with German newspaper das Bild, Orban said Hungary was open for talks with Germany if the latter and Austria reach a migration agreement.

German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer on Thursday went to Vienna to discuss a possible agreement that Austria would be willing to accept certain refugees from the planned transit centres.

However, according to the daily, Austrian Vice Chancellor Heinz-Christian Strache said that his country did not want to “be punished for the mistakes of German policy”.

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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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