IDENTIFYING THE EMERGING DILEMMA

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 By Mr.N Sreeraman



We must identify and understand the problem, before finding the solution. When we speak about problems faced by a nation, war and famine hold the top position. As time progresses we are faced with newer and even deadlier problems, but we fail to acknowledge them.

1.3 billion people reside in India.

Among them 180 million (14%) are undernourished. Most of them are under the poverty line and to eat at least one meal, they have to work the whole day.

Also, among them 360 million (28%) are obese. Most of them are above the poverty line and can eat at any time of the day. For one person who is mal-nourished, there are two people who are obese.

Worldwide the deaths caused due to famine are also equal to the deaths caused by obesity and problems related to it.

Now, what will you do the next time you go out? Will you eat an extra burger or donate that money to poor people? Note: Donating the money will save both you and them.

1.3 billion people reside in India.

Among them, an average of 111 soldiers die every year.

Among them, an average of 10000 farmers commit suicide every year.

Among them, an average of 10000 students commit suicide every year.

Among them, an average of 30000 daily workers commit suicide every year.

Now, where do you think the real problem is? Is it out in the border or inside the country?

(*All statistics are taken from the internet, based on various surveys conducted all over the country, and all of them are verified.)


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