Sonu Sood is doing his but in every way possible to help those affected by the COVID-19 lockdown. The actor, who had arranged for a stay of doctors, nurses, and health workers including paramedical staff, at his hotel in Mumbai's Juhu area, has now extended help to daily wage workers.
A media report quoted a source saying, “Someone reached out to Sonu explaining the plight of these migrant workers who hail from states like Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal and are currently stuck in Bhiwadi. He’s set up a few kitchens in the suburb to make and deliver meals to those keeping roza.”
The actor was quoted as saying, “I’ve assured them that their requirements for the holy month will be taken care of. In these difficult times, it is important for each one of us to stand up for the other. Through this initiative, we will provide special meal kits so they don’t stay hungry after fasting all day.” The actor has a target of providing 1.5 lakh meals in all, the report added.
In addition to this, the actor has tied up with Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and has been providing meals to 45,000 Mumbaikars every day in Andheri, Jogeshwari, Juhu and Bandra. Speaking to a leading daily, the actor had said, “Some of us are blessed to have food and shelter in these tough times, but there are many who have not had meals in days. To help them, I’ve started a special food and ration drive, Shakti Annadanam, which is named after my father. I hope I am able to help as many people as possible.”
(Source: Mid Day)
