ARDHNARISHWAR JANKALYAN FOUNDATION

  Choose Health. Choose Life. On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day , let us come together and raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and the importance of living a healthier, tobacco-free life. Tobacco addiction not only affects the person consuming it but also harms families and communities. Every year, millions of people suffer from serious diseases such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, and respiratory illnesses caused by tobacco use. Even passive smoking puts children, women, and the elderly at risk. The elderly often remind us that health is life's greatest wealth. As we spend time with senior citizens, we realize that a healthy life and meaningful relationships matter far more than temporary habits and addictions. Choosing to stay away from tobacco is not merely a personal decision—it is a commitment to protecting our loved ones and creating a healthier society for future generations. World No Tobacco Day is an opportunity to encourage ourselves and other...

  A Day That Touched Our Hearts There are some places we visit and forget, and then there are some places that stay with us forever. Our visit to an old age home on 17 MAY 2026 , located before Para Crossing, Rajajipuram, Lucknow , was one such experience. The home is shelter to 22 elderly residents , each carrying a lifetime of memories, struggles, sacrifices, and untold stories. As we entered, we were welcomed not by grand words but by warm smiles, gentle blessings, and eyes that had seen many seasons of life. We spent time talking to them, listening to their experiences, and sharing moments of laughter and affection. Some spoke about their children, some recalled their younger days, and some simply wanted someone to sit beside them and listen. In those conversations, we realized that the elderly often do not seek expensive gifts—they seek love, care, respect, and the comforting feeling that they are not forgotten. As a small gesture of support and affection, we distributed h...