Jammu, April 14:
Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday attended the upgradation ceremony of ‘Apna Bhojanalaya,’ a prominent community kitchen located at Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu. The facility, operated by Sewa Bharti with the support of J&K Bank and various private donors, serves as a vital lifeline for patients and their attendants.
During the event, the Lieutenant Governor partook in a meal at the kitchen and lauded the selfless efforts of the volunteers and donors who have sustained this humanitarian mission.
“Humanity at its Finest”
Addressing the gathering, LG Sinha emphasized that serving food to the hungry is one of the most sacred acts a human can perform. He noted that such initiatives do more than just provide nourishment; they uphold the dignity of human life.
“To strengthen Apna Bhojanalaya is to strengthen the very fabric of our society. When a hand extends in need and another rises in nurture, divine grace moves quietly between them,” the LG remarked.
A Call for Community-Led Change
The Lieutenant Governor highlighted that significant societal change does not always require vast resources, but rather a spirit of persistence and love for the community. He urged citizens to commit to selfless service to build a stronger Jammu and Kashmir.
Key Highlights of the LG’s Address:
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Empowering Communities: Sewa Bharti’s spirit of giving back strengthens families and the entire Union Territory.
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A Pledge of Continuity: The LG called for a pledge to ensure the kitchen of ‘Apna Bhojanalaya’ “never grows cold.”
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War Against Drugs: Taking the opportunity of the large gathering, the LG called upon every section of society to join the collective fight against drug abuse in the region.
Prominent Attendees
The ceremony saw participation from a wide cross-section of leadership and civil society:
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Political & Administrative: Shri Arvind Gupta (MLA Jammu West), Dr. Ashutosh Gupta (Principal GMC Jammu).
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Sewa Bharti Leadership: Shri Jai Dev (Akhil Bharatiya Chatrawas Pramukh), Shri Parmeet (Sangathan Mantri), and Prof. Rakesh Jha (President).
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Corporate Support: Shri Amitava Chatterjee (MD & CEO, J&K Bank Limited).
