Elderly Father Abandoned by Sons, Rescued by NGO in Mumbai
Elderly Father Abandoned by Sons, Rescued by NGO in Mumbai
In Mumbai, an elderly father who dedicated his life to raising his children was found abandoned near Dharavi, struggling without basic necessities. Left helpless on the streets, his heartbreaking situation angered the public, who blamed his children for neglecting him.
Thankfully, an NGO stepped in to help. They gave him a bath, fresh clothes, and a place to stay. The elderly man revealed that his two sons had abandoned him—one has been living in London for four years, while the other is a lawyer. He claimed that both refused to care for him, forcing him to survive alone on the streets.
Public Outrage and Viral Response
A video of his condition went viral on Instagram, gaining over 400K likes. People were shocked and saddened by how his own children had left him. Many praised the NGO for helping him and criticized his sons, calling them a disgrace.
- One Instagram user wrote: “Everyone wants sons, but it’s better to have no children than ungrateful ones.”
- Another commented: “God bless you.”
- A third person said: “You are like God in human form.”
Many people pointed out that those who abandon their parents may face the same fate when they grow old.
A Common Struggle
This story is just one of many. Across the world, countless elderly parents are left to struggle alone, despite spending their lives caring for their children. It’s a harsh reminder of the importance of family values and respect for elders.
