INDIA
A group of individuals, under the banner of a voluntary organisation Bihar Youth Force, have come up with an innovative campaign to form a “Roti bank”, so that no one has to go hungry to sleep in the state capital.
You may have heard of nationalised and private banks or even children’s banks, but have you ever heard of a “Roti bank?”
A group of individuals, under the banner of a voluntary organisation Bihar Youth Force, have come up with an innovative campaign to form a “Roti bank”, so that no one has to go hungry to sleep in the state capital.
The initiative is set to roll out from June 15, and the idea is to collect fresh chapatis (roti) and cooked vegetables or pickles or other eatables, from Patnaites and distribute it among those who fail to have a proper meal everyday.
“About 40 - 50 homes have already expressed their interest to be a part of the campaign and we are in talks with some more apartment societies and individuals so that we can begin with feeding at least 100 people everyday,” Rishikesh Narayan Singh, convenor of Bihar Youth Force (BYF) and the man behind the Roti bank campaign, told DNA.
Singh said the volunteer homes will be provided two tiffin-boxes, being sponsored by a benefactor, and 30-40 members of the BYF will collect the packed meals every evening. They will check it for basic quality and freshness and then deliver it to the poor people living on footpaths, temples, hospitals or near railway stations, between 8 and 9pm. In case, stale food is packed by some family, it will be fed to animals instead of being thrown away, he added.
When pointed that few similar campaigns were launched in Bihar earlier, but failed to take off, Singh said, “That was probably because they didn’t take logistics into account or make long term strategies for it. We will be concentrating on apartments or localities, from where we can get food in bulk so that collection is not a problem. As more people join, we will increase the number of beneficiaries too.”
Singh already runs “Gyanshala”, a free education centre for slum children and Gyandeep book bank in the city.
Inspired by Patna’s Roti bank, a charitable trust in Saharsa district of Bihar, has also decided to undertake a similar campaign in their area.
Kichcha Sudeep’s mother Saroja Sanjeev passes away at 86 due to…
'The answer lies in the...': Gautam Adani gets candid on why he didn't complete his education
Cultural Shock? Desi singing loudly inside bus in Germany divides opinion, watch viral video
Meet man who worked as waiter, earned Rs 3,000 per month, cracked UPSC exam with AIR...
Noida Master Plan-2041: NCR to get new city, UP government approves 'New Noida', to be readied in…
Understanding Fault Lines: Deep dive into India-Canada diplomatic standoff
Aditya Birla Group's big movement, set to invest Rs 75 crore in THIS Virat Kohli backed brand
Air Pollution: Delhi-NCR air quality turns 'severe', AQI reaches...
70 Bomb Threats In 6 Days: What is the reason behind this surge in hoax warnings?
'I'm sorry...': Throwback to when Ratan Tata fact-checked journalist for a quote attributed to him
Salman Khan gets emotional at Bigg Boss 18 amid death threats: ‘What all I am going through…’
'Grave mistake': Netanyahu warns Iran, Hezbollah after 'assassination' attempt
Mukesh Ambani's next BIG step, Jio Cinema likely to shut down due to...
Meet man, who used to be mechanic, cleared UPSC exam on first attempt, secured AIR 32 to become....
RRB NTPC 2024: Registration window ends today, check easy steps to apply at rrbapply.gov.in
Watch: Little girl lifts huge snake in viral video, parents face backlash for dangerous stunt
Happy Karwa Chauth 2024: WhatsApp wishes, messages and quotes for your loved ones
Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath, known for favouring renting, buys his 1st house; here's why
Meet Ratan Tata’s favourite chef, who began his career in a garage, now he is...
Rajinikanth to compensate producer's loss for Vettaiyan failure? Here's what we know
Meet woman behind the voice of Apple's iPhone 'Siri', never paid for it due to...
Who is IPS Anurag Gupta, acting Jharkhand DGP removed by EC ahead of Assembly polls?
Meet Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar, the newly appointed chairperson of NCW
Watch: Rishabh Pant's monstrous 107m six against Tim Southee leaves New Zealand players stunned
Mukesh Ambani's driver earns Rs 2400000, he is fully trained for...
Why do air hostesses wear high heels?
Mukesh Ambani brings iconic London brand to Indian market, opens its first outlet in...
Delhi pollution: Tips to protect your lungs as AQI levels rise
Donald Trump receives support from THESE WWE legends, trio mock Kamala Harris, watch viral video
'Kaunsa chahiye, bol?': Rohit Sharma's witty response to fan's query on changing IPL team goes viral
Karwa Chauth 2024: Trending mehendi designs idea to elevate your festive look
Jharkhand elections 2024: Hemant Soren's JMM, Congress to contest 70 of 81 seats
Meet man who runs India's largest bank worth Rs 1283000 crore, not from IIT, IIM, his salary is...
IND vs NZ: Rishabh Pant goes past MS Dhoni, becomes fastest Indian wicketkeeper to....
Karva Chauth festival set to generate Rs 7000 crore more revenue than last year, it will be...
Karwa Chauth 2024: 5 fasting tips for women with diabetes
Elon Musk vs Jeff Bezos: Which billionaire will lead the space race?
This actor who lived in chawl for 33 years, would have owned half of Andheri if...
Lawrence Bishnoi gang member arrested for ‘plotting to kill’ Salman Khan
‘We faced a…’: Ratan Tata on his parents' divorce, grandmother's support and breakup
Baba Siddique killed ‘because of’ Salman Khan? Salim Khan breaks his silence
Drone from Lebanon targets Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's home days after Hamas chief's killing