Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Punjab Beggar Distributes 500 Blankets to Poor
In Punjab, a man named Raju who earns money by begging collected small amounts, sometimes just Rs 10 at a time, to buy blankets.
He then gave these blankets to poor and homeless people to keep them warm during the cold winter.
Raju has been helping people for a long time, and even the Prime Minister of India praised him once.
He believes it is his duty from God to help those in need.
Raju also asked the government for a permanent house since he doesn't have a place to live.
Many people admire his kindness and hope others will also help the underprivileged.
Raju, a beggar from Pathankot, Punjab, distributed 500 blankets to the poor and homeless during a severe cold wave.
He collected small amounts, sometimes just Rs 10 at a time, to buy the blankets.
Raju's selfless act has touched many hearts and serves as an example of humanity in difficult times.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned Raju's efforts in his 'Mann Ki Baat' program during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Raju appealed to the government for a permanent house as he currently has no place to live.
- Who
- Raju, a beggar from Pathankot, Punjab
- What
- Distributed 500 blankets to the poor and homeless
- When
- During a severe cold wave in North India
- Where
- Pathankot, Punjab
- Why
- To help people cope with freezing temperatures and as a duty given by God
- Name
- Raju
- Location
- Pathankot, Punjab
- Number of Blankets Distributed
- 500
- Amount Collected per Donation
- Rs 10
- Recognition
- Mentioned by PM Narendra Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'
- Current Living Situation
- Homeless
- Appeal
- Requested government for a permanent house