In the scorching Delhi heatwave, Suchi Sharma's compassionate act of distributing buttermilk to workers earns widespread appreciation online, showcasing the significance of empathy and solidarity in times of extreme weather.
Delhi is currently in a scorching heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 45 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). While authorities have advised people to stay indoors to avoid the extreme heat, many are unable to do so as they need to work outside to make a living.
In response, Suchi Sharma, a member of the NGO 'For A Cause Foundation', took a compassionate step to help those enduring the blistering summer. She distributed packets of buttermilk to laborers and workers who were toiling under the relentless sun in various parts of Delhi. In a heartwarming video shared online, Ms. Sharma is seen visiting a construction site in the city, offering buttermilk to workers, and interacting with children, spreading joy amid the challenging conditions.
Accompanying the video, Ms. Sharma urged others to join hands in providing relief during the severe heatwave. She also included the NGO's bank details for those who wished to contribute donations to support their efforts.
Ms. Sharma's act of kindness has garnered widespread praise on the internet, with many expressing gratitude for her noble gesture. One user described it as "a gesture of humanity," emphasizing the significance of her sacrifice in braving the scorching heat to help others.
Others chimed in with similar sentiments, acknowledging the importance of small acts of kindness, such as offering water to delivery personnel or setting out water bowls for animals, especially during the hot summer months.
India has long grappled with intense summer temperatures, but recent scientific research indicates that climate change is exacerbating heatwaves, making them longer, more frequent, and more severe. This year, an increase in western disturbances from March to early May has further intensified the heat, leaving temperatures soaring.
Last Updated Jun 3, 2024, 10:42 AM IST