HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Oct 3: In a heartwarming display of community engagement, Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya visited Mother Old Age Home in Guwahati and interacted with the inmates there on Thursday.
It may be noted that Governor Acharya, who celebrated his 70th birthday on Thursday, chose to spend the day with the residents of the Mother Old Age Home.
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During his visit, Governor Acharya engaged in meaningful interactions with the inmates, seeking their blessings, wisdom, and experiences. The Governor expressed his profound joy at being able to celebrate his birthday with the sisters and mothers of the Old Age Home. “Their smiles are a source of inspiration. Moreover, spending time with these important members of our community has reinforced my commitment to serving and honouring them,” the Governor added. Acharya furthermore said, “A society develops only when every member of it enjoys the right to live with dignity.” He, therefore, reiterated the need to raise awareness about the importance of supporting elderly people and enhancing the care and facilities for their lives.
The Governor said, “There is no better way to celebrate another year of my life than giving back to those who have paved the way for us for all these years.” During his visit, the Governor shared cake, fruits, Horlicks, sweets, and other refreshments with the inmates.
It may be mentioned that the Mother Old Age Home, established on June 21, 2012, provides compassionate shelter to needy and destitute elderly individuals who lack family support. Currently, the home accommodates 65 grandmothers and grandfathers.
Earlier on Thursday, Governor Acharya visited Maa Kamakhya Temple and Maa Bagala Temple, took blessings from the Goddesses, and prayed for the welfare of all sections of society.
