New Delhi, Aug 12 Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee and his wife Shabana Raza Bajpayee have lent their support to an initiative called 'Shramik Sammaan that aims to generate employment for the migrant workers who have returned to their home towns and villages during the lockdown.
As public figures, Manoj and Shabana lead the cause of generating livelihood locally. Launched by Helping Hands Charitable Trust, the initiative aims at reinforcing local solidarity through 74 projects in the affected states in the celebration and honor of 74 years of India's independence.
Commenting on the initiative, Manoj said: "I have pledged my support to Shramik Sammaan. The work Helping Hands Charitable Trust has done towards livelihood welfare of the migrant worker friends is commendable and it makes me very happy to associate with them. This initiative is the need of the hour, I request everyone to come forward, support and donate for this noble cause."
Shabana said: "Unfortunately, the problems of our migrant worker friends have not ended with returning home. It is a huge relief to know that this initiative aims to address these issues at the grass-root level. I'm honored to be part of such a novel initiative."
Bilal Khan
( With inputs from IANS )