Corona Heroes: PM Modi is proud of this 74-year-old man. After knowing what he did, you’ll be too

“Proud of citizens like him!” tweeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Updated on: Apr 17, 2020, 13:58:14 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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People from all corners of the country are taking part in the fight against coronavirus in their own ways. They are the silent corona heroes who are making sure that they stand beside those in need. Just like this 74-year-old pensioner whose deeds have earned him all the praise from people, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The image shows the elderly man making masks. (Twitter/Prasar Bharati News Services)

“Proud of citizens like him! They are adding so much might in the battle against COVID-19,” the PM tweeted and shared a post by Prasar Bharati News Services. The post details the efforts of the elderly man who made over 6,000 masks and distributed them for free. The pensioner is also using his resources to distribute ration for free.

The prime minister’s post piqued people’s attention and they showered appreciative comments on the tweet.

“Whole India is fighting the battle against Coronavirus. There is no age limit. India is united. The collective fight against Coronavirus will defeat the virus. India will win,” wrote someone. “Salute to persons like him who are donating even their last hopes to save the nation in such drastic times,” expressed another. “Hats off to the superb gesture at this age,” tweeted a third.

From a man feeding those in need to a kid donating his entire savings, these motivational stories of corona heroes capture the true spirit of humanity.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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