Gautam Gambhir launched ‘PANKH’ to help the children of sex workers
As part of a initiative called ‘PAANKH’, Gambhir, 25 minor girls are being taken over to look after all the needs including shelter and education
by Sharon Mathew
New Delhi: Gautam Gambhir, Former Indian cricketer and Lok Sabha member to help children of sex workers in the country’s capital. As part of an initiative called ‘PAANKH’, Gambhir, 25 minor girls are being taken over to look after all the needs including shelter and education.
“It’s a special day for me & I want to share some imp news To get children of sex workers out of that hell, I am starting program “PANKH” with 25 children & I’ll look after all their needs incl shelter & edu! I urge others to come to fwd & contribute too! EVERY LIFE MATTERS!”, he tweeted.
“Everybody in society has the right to live a decent life and I want to ensure more opportunities for these children so that they could live their dreams. I will take care of their living, education and their health. We will sponsor their school fees, uniforms, food, medical help, including counselling so that they can achieve their dreams. We aim to empower adolescent girls (5-18 years) by giving them regular counselling so that they complete their education”, stated Mr Gambhir to a national media.