Iss Baar #BadonKeLiye #JaagoRe initiative aimed at helping senior citizens, the most affected with lockdown and COVID-19
Over the years JaagoRe, has become a clarion call for social awakening and Tata Tea has always used this platform to facilitate genuine change in a social Cause that has been the need of the hour.
Tata Tea has announced thatin the wake of unprecedented COVID-19 situation and extendedlockdown period in the country, they will work towards spreading awarenessand facilitating change for the cause of the Elderly, who are the most vulnerable during these times,through their social initiative,Iss baar #BadonKeLiye #JaagoRe JaagoRe.
World Health Organization (WHO) and health experts have identified elderly people as morevulnerable to the novel coronavirus outbreak due to their decreased immunity. This has been further reiterated in the PM’s address with ‘care for the elderly’ as one of the key points in the 7 point agenda.
Commenting on the initiative of Iss baar #BadonKeLiye #JaagoRe,Sushant Dash, President,Beverages– India& Middle East, Tata Consumer Products, said, “JaagoRe has always been a means to awaken people on a relevant social issue,inspire them to takeactionthereby make a genuine difference in society. For us, it has always been about making a real difference in people’s life and with this initiative also, that is the attempt. The initiative will involve, spreading awareness of the Social Cause viz Helping the elderly, providing relevant tips, tying up with NGOs and providing a common platform for people to connect with them, and share stories of volunteers to inspire others to take action”
“It is important to understand and address themedical, psychological and social needs of the elderly whose routine life is disrupted leading them most prone to confusion and helplessness. A simple action like checking on them to see if they need anything and taking steps to help them will make a big difference. Of course, all this needs to be done keeping in line with the COVID 19 guidelines, as provided by the local administration. However,it is time to give back to our elders who have protected and guided us in the right direction. Every small step or action you take to help them, can make a big difference. Hence, we appeal to all to join the movement, and be a catalyst of change with Iss Baar #BadonKeLiye #JaagoRe” says Puneet Das, Vice President Marketing, Beverages- India, at Tata Consumer Products
The initiative is also beingsupported by influencers, NGOs and experts in the senior care management.
Log ontohttps://www.jaagore.com/ to know more, such as guidelines for the elderly (& how one can extend help), connect with NGOs and pledge your support to help the elderly.
