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NDMC Vice Chairman Plants Trees, Shares Meal with Senior Citizens on Mother's Day

NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal planted trees and shared a meal with senior citizens at Ashirwad Old Age Home on Mother's Day. The event under #EkPedMaaKeNaam promoted environmental protection and social sensitivity. Chahal inspected the facility and directed officials to resolve maintenance issues promptly. Residents extended Mother's Day greetings and blessings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Key Points: Mother's Day: NDMC VC Kuljeet Singh Chahal Plants Trees

  • NDMC Vice Chairman joins plantation drive at old age home
  • Saplings planted with senior citizens under #EkPedMaaKeNaam
  • Campaign inspired by PM Modi's vision for environmental conservation
  • Chahal inspects facility, addresses repair issues, shares lunch with residents
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Mother's Day: NDMC V-C Kuljeet Singh Chahal plants trees, shares meal with senior citizens

NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal plants trees and shares meal with senior citizens at Ashirwad Old Age Home on Mother's Day, promoting environmental care and social responsibility.

"Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam is not merely a plantation drive, but a mass movement of emotional and social responsibility - Kuljeet Singh Chahal"

New Delhi, May 10

On the occasion of Mother's Day, NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal joined a plantation drive under #EkPedMaaKeNaam_OnSunday at Ashirwad Old Age Home, Kali Bari Marg, and shared a meal with the residents, an official said.

Connecting environmental protection with social sensitivity, the programme was specially dedicated to mothers as the saplings were planted together with senior citizens residing at the old age home, said the official.

The event conveyed a message of respect towards motherhood, nature, and family values, strengthening the spirit of responsibility and gratitude towards both "Mother" and "Mother Nature", said a statement.

Inspired by the vision and leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the campaign aims to encourage every citizen to plant a tree in the name of their mother and connect environmental conservation with public participation, it said.

Senior citizens residing at the old age home enthusiastically participated in the programme and planted saplings along with NDMC officials and staff members. The saplings planted during the event became symbols of responsibility, compassion, and emotional connection with nature.

Chahal said, "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam is not merely a plantation drive, but a mass movement of emotional and social responsibility. When we plant a tree, we lay the foundation for a secure future for coming generations while paying tribute to our mothers and Mother Nature."

He said that Ashirwad Old Age Home, operated by the Samaj Kalyan Samiti under NDMC, was established in 2016. Located at Kali Bari Marg, the modern, air-conditioned facility has a capacity of 60 senior citizens and currently houses 59 residents.

The old age home provides accommodation, nutritious meals, healthcare, cleanliness, recreation, and security, ensuring a dignified and caring environment for senior citizens.

During the programme, Chahal also inspected the old age home and appreciated the efforts of the Welfare, Civil, Electrical, and Maintenance departments.

Taking serious note of suggestions and repair requirements raised during the visit, he directed officials to resolve all issues within a stipulated time frame.

Chahal also shared lunch with the senior citizens and interacted with them. Residents of the old age home appreciated the programme organised by NDMC and extended Mother's Day greetings and blessings to PM Modi.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great gesture by NDMC, but I hope this isn't just a photo-op. Old age homes in Delhi often face real issues—lack of proper medical care, loneliness, etc. Planting trees is good, but ensuring these 59 residents get regular visits, better facilities, and emotional support matters more. Let's see if follow-up happens.
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Ananya R
Absolutely love the #EkPedMaaKeNaam movement! My mother always taught me to respect nature, and this is a perfect way to honor her while helping the environment. Even if we plant one sapling each, imagine the impact across India. Well done, PM Modi and NDMC for inspiring this! 🌳💚
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Vikram M
Good to see officials spending time with senior citizens instead of just sitting in AC offices. But I wonder—how many of these 59 residents have families who visit them regularly? We should all learn from this and make time for our elders, not just on Mother's Day but every day. Respect is earned, not given by planting a tree.
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Siddharth J
Inspiring! The way they connected Mother's Day with environmental conservation is very thoughtful. I particularly liked how senior citizens themselves participated in the plantation—it gives them a sense of purpose and connection to nature. Hope this becomes a regular practice, not just a one-time event. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
Nice initiative, but let's be honest—Delhi's old age homes need more than tree planting. Many residents there are abandoned by their children. Sharing a meal is good, but what about consistent healthcare, counseling, and activities?

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