After Volunteering With Khalsa Aid For Relief Work, Randeep Hooda Praises The Spirit Of Kerala

Kerala experienced the worst floods in about a century. Hundreds of people died and lakhs were left homeless without food, shelter, toilets, medicines and other basic necessities. In the time of such a crisis, the entire nation stood together.

Most of the people contributed what they could to help ease the situation. Bollywood celebrities also extended a helping hand by contributing huge amount of money. But Randeep Hooda was the only one in the film industry who went a step ahead by leaving for Kerala on his birthday (on August 20) to join Khalsa aid in the relief work. With his own hands, he served food to the flood-stricken Kerala.

Randeep juggled between Kochi and Alleppey to help people in the relief camps. Explaining the situation of Kerala, he said:

“Food availability is not a problem, but lack of drinking water is. Also, people need basic amenities like mosquito nets and medicines. It’s sunny here for the past few days, so it will help the water recede. Rescue operations are underway. Some people are in the camps and some have begun to return to their homes, but it’s not over yet. This is going to take a while. The emergency crisis is under control, but the bigger problem begins once the water goes down.

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"There’s no danger to life anymore, but the focus will have to be on preventing an outbreak of diseases, rehabilitation of those affected and rebuilding their homes. This is a huge process. There is a requirement of skilled people who can help do that. People’s homes are full of muck. They might be prone to diseases because of water-logging and the damage done. Helping people clean and rebuild their homes is most important now and that will be the aim of volunteers stationed here.”

Randeep Hooda says he is deeply inspired by the undying spirit of Kerala.

“The rehabilitation process there is testament to the undying spirit of the people of Kerala. The helping attitude and dignity of the locals have been most inspiration. There is so much of self-respect and gratitude. People have a tendency to hoard stuff, but even in a crisis situation like this, not a single person in the relief camps asked for more than what he/she required. They only took what they needed. The Keralite dignity and spirit is astounding. The fishermen in particular have been exceptional. They are going out of their way to help people. Also, we cannot thank our Armed Forces enough for their relentless efforts.”

Randeep Hooda says it has been an “eye-opening experience” for him.?