Hunger and food insecurity are issues the world is collectively grappling with. Millions of people go hungry every day without eating a single meal. Some citizens are voluntarily giving their contribution for the needy and providing them food and water. An example of this would be Tamil Nadu’s famous M. Kamalathal aka Idli Amma – who cooks and serves idlis to migrant laborers and workers. To make food accessible and affordable to the people, the cost of idli is just Re 1. The heartwarming story of Idli Amma went viral in 2021, with many well-known personalities sharing their admiration for her selfless venture. And now, industrialist Anand Mahindra and his team of engineers have built a new home for the aged. Check out Anand Mahindra’s tweet here:
Many thanks to our team for completing the house construction on time to gift the Idli Amma #mother’s Day She is the embodiment of the qualities of a mother: nurturing, caring and selfless. Good luck being able to support him and his work. Happy Mother’s Day to all of you! pic.twitter.com/LgfR2UIfnm— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) 8 May 2022
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video shared by Anand Mahindra has garnered over 450k views and 35k likes. The full story of Idli Amma was narrated in the clip. The construction of the house with special kitchen for Idli Amma was completed on Sunday, 8th May 2022 just in time for Mother’s Day. Industrialist Anand Mahindra shared the news with his followers on Twitter. “Many thanks to our team for completing the house on time for gifting the Idli on #MothersDay Amma, she embodies the qualities of a mother: nurturing, caring and selfless. In supporting her and her good luck being able Work, Happy Mother’s Day to all of you,” he wrote in his tweet.
This tweet was originally shared by Anand Mahindra in September 2019. Describing it as a ‘humble’ and ‘impressive’ venture, he had offered to pay for the LPG stove for Idli Amma. Thanks to the backing support, the 80-year-old’s venture not only delivered a gas connection but also a plot of land issued in his name. click here To read more about this.
Twitter users showered lots of praise and respect for industrialist Anand Mahindra for helping Idli Amma by making her home with a special kitchen. One user wrote, “A wonderful act of kindness and charity. If only India could be made up of more people than you and other similar examples.” “Great sir. Salute to you,” said another One,
Have a look at all the responses:
A true Mother’s Day gift to Annapurna Maa for so many, news like this should be on the front page as it really reflects human kindness and selfless work. @times of India@anandmahindra#idliammapic.twitter.com/Mp8Sx3KThX— Saurabh Raj Jain (@saurabhraajjain) 9 May 2022
There are some good people on this planet too, so we still have rain. Don’t know why, aunty touches my heart and brings tears too…
Thanks, Anandji… from coimbatore…- Thiruvanchiyam (@NirmalK79257900) 8 May 2022
Appreciate not only for the attention but also for the construction and handover of the house with all the amenities required for the house.. Saw some nice windows to let the steam out.. Water pipes outside for washing hands..! !- muru (@murucommonman) 8 May 2022
Thanks @anandmahindra Sir extended for support. Dana is the foundation on which Dharma rests.- Deepak M Nadigar (@deepakmnadiger) 8 May 2022
great work sir
To serve the society selflessly is a noble act.
Encouraging such people is increasing their energy to do more for the society. ,I have come to know that in Karnataka also old couples are serving food for less money than their poverty. – Anilkumar (@Anilkumargm) 8 May 2022
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