Food Kits, Hand-Wash Units: Political Leaders & Aides Help Out

From food kits to foot-operated hand-wash units, a lot has been introduced to help those worst-hit by the lockdown.

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Food packages being prepared by RSS workers.
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Food packages being prepared by RSS workers.
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As India continues to observe many labourers and workers leaving cities in large numbers as a result of the 21-day nationwide lockdown announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to combat COVID-19, there is little respite for those worst-hit and struggling for sustenance.

Some political leaders and their allies are helping such people who have been badly affected in the lockdown in light of the coronavirus outbreak, by by arranging essential items for them.

From food kits to innovative foot-operated hand-wash units, a lot has been introduced by the leaders and their aides to lighten the burden on poor people.

1. 'Modi Kit' for Those in Need

Kuljeet Singh Chahal, BJP Delhi's general secretary, took on Twitter to announce what he calls 'Modi kit'. The kit includes essential items such as oil, rice, sugar, soaps, etc.

2. RSS Workers Join Hands

RSS Swayamsevaks and volunteers are coming forward to educate people about sanitation and providing food kits. They are distributing these food kits in many parts of the country.

Madhya Pradesh, CM, Shivraj Chouhan lauded these workers on Twitter for "wonderful work".

3. AIPC Kerala Installs Foot-Operated Hand-Wash Units

At many places in Kerala, All India Professional's Congress (AIPC) workers installed innovative foot-operated hand-wash units.

4. Congress Workers Distribute Grains

In Uttar Pradesh, Congerss workers distributed grains to people in need.

5. AAP MLAs, Workers Distribute Groceries

AAP MLAs are distributing groceries and essential items in many parts of Delhi with the help of local party workers.

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