His deed, which was inspired by his 13-year old daughter’s concern for the poor and needy was first lauded by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the radio address Mann Ki Baat. According to the communication from the UN Body, she would be given an opportunity to speak at the UN conferences in New York and Geneva, addressing Civil society forums and conferences. She has also been awarded a Dixon Scholarship of Rs 1 lakh which has been credited in her mother’s bank account. Nethra’s father told WION that she aspires to become a Civil servant and work towards alleviating poverty and hunger. He adds that their philanthropic work will continue and that there are a lot of people who have approached them to offer their contributions.

Source: dna June 05, 2020 15:56 UTC