Dr. Veerendra Kumar and Mr. B. L. Verma will distribute assistive devices to senior citizens tomorrow on Swachh Bharat Day.

On the occasion of Swachh Bharat Day, the city’s chief health officer Dr. Veerendra Kumar and senior municipal corporation member B. L. Verma organized a special assistance program for senior citizens. Under this program, walkers, mobility aids, hearing aids and special glasses will be distributed to reduce mobility, hearing and vision problems that commonly arise in old age. This initiative, aligned with the National Cleanliness and Health Mission, aims to enhance the quality of life for senior citizens.

The distribution ceremony will be held in the open field at the municipal corporation headquarters, with participation from local social organizations and volunteers. Dr. Kumar said, “Providing physical assistance in addition to a healthy and clean environment is part of our social responsibility. These devices will not only increase physical independence but will also empower the elderly psychologically.” B. L. Verma added, “The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan should not be limited to cleanliness alone; it must also extend to overall health and well‑being. Initiatives like this can give all sections equal opportunities.”

The local administration explained that this distribution program is part of similar initiatives running in several cities under this year’s Swachh Bharat Day, with financial assistance also available under the Government’s Senior Citizen Welfare Scheme. After the event, regular follow‑