Charity musical show
Halimul Mannan Monroe, Louisiana
I would like to express my heartiest appreciation to singer Runa Laila and actor Alamgir for their involvement in different charity works in Bangladesh. They have recently organised a charity musical show - the money raised from which went to the fund for physically challenged children of the country. They also joined a 'walk' that was aimed at raising public awareness about global hunger as well as raising funds for WFP's (World Food Programme) Global School Feeding Campaign. I applaud their involvement in such humanitarian efforts. Runa and Alamgir can be examples to other 'rich and famous' people who should come forward, not only during relief operations but also on a regular basis to contribute in any way possible for these downtrodden people. Unfortunately, there is a constant need for money for the rehabilitation of poor and hapless people everywhere in the country. Charity concerts, 'One-day football/cricket match, silent auctions, 'Dinner with your favourite celebrity/personality' are examples of activities that can be arranged to raise money for the acid victims, the AIDS patients, the lepers, the handicapped community and so forth. In the words of Runa Laila herself, "We (the artists) are privileged that we can give something back to the society. Artists have a special gift through which we can mobilise people." This statement stands so true in the above context.
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