A drive to collect unwanted goods from the city’s residents was launched. After weeks of home isolation induced spring-cleaning in many homes, people brought their used clothes, utensils, furniture, electrical and electronic gadgets and an array of other dysfunctional goods. “At every display, we combine 60% used and refurbished items, 20% recycled and recreated, and the balance new items,” said Ms. Thilaka. While pick-up vans are sent to collect old items on request, the event has generated interest among people who are now leaving their stuff at the NMR building which houses the Kalpataru store. It saw a good response from a mixed crowd as many antique items, brass utensils and heirloom crockery were also sold.

Source: The Hindu July 11, 2021 17:26 UTC