🌱 What Happened
Amidst the hustle and bustle of Mumbai, a 17-year-old, Aditya Kumar, has started a unique initiative, ‘Chai and Smiles’, aimed at bringing happiness to the elderly. Every Sunday, Aditya spends time with the aging population, living alone in his neighborhood, engaging them in uplifting conversations and serving them his homemade chai.
💡 Impact
Since its inception in 2018, ‘Chai and Smiles’ has reached out to more than 500 elderly people. The initiative has brought a sense of belongingness and companionship to these people, who often feel left out in the world’s fast pace.
📍 The Bigger Picture
The positive impact of ‘Chai and Smiles’ has been immense, inspiring others in the community to join Aditya and engage in similar activities. Aditya’s initiative has shown how a small act of kindness can make a significant impact.
- Aditya started ‘Chai and Smiles’ in 2018
- Over 500+ elderly people have been benefitted by this initiative
- The initiative has encouraged others in the community to perform similar acts of kindness
In a world where everyone is racing against time, the initiative taken by a teenager, reminds us of the importance of slowing down and cherishing the human connections. Let this be an inspiration for all of us to go out and make a difference in our own small way.