The organization was founded in 1989 by the late Trilochan Singh. His sons, Brigadier Premjit Singh and Kamaljit Singh, are now carrying on his legacy. Kamaljit Singh runs a business, while Premjit is retired from the Indian Army.
Trilochan Singh was born in Myanmar and later settled in Delhi. He believed that service to the needy is the highest form of service. After his retirement, he dedicated his life to helping others.
Kamaljit Singh says that his father used to help the destitute and helpless people who would gather near the Shishganj Gurudwara in Delhi. He would clean their wounds and bandage them, and he would also give them free food. People began to call him "Veerji" out of respect for his service.
As Trilochan Singh's work grew, more and more people began to join him. Eventually, an organization was formed, and it is now known as Veerji Da Dera.
After Trilochan Singh's death in 2010, his sons took over the organization. Kamaljit Singh says that today, hundreds of people are involved in the organization, and they all contribute in different ways.
Every day, the organization distributes langar (free food) to the destitute and poor people of Delhi. The langar consists of dal, roti, and rice. The entire langar is prepared at one central location, and then workers deliver it to 25 different locations throughout the city.
The organization also provides medical care to the injured. Workers carry fever medicine, vitamin capsules, and ointments with them, so that they can provide immediate assistance when needed.
Kamaljit Singh says that the organization helps about 100 sick people every day. These people include homeless people, the destitute, and daily wage laborers who cannot afford the cost of treatment and medicine. These people come to the organization for help, and the workers do their best to provide it.
Today, more than 250 families are associated with Veerji Da Dera. They help in every way, from providing ration to providing service. The organization never asks for money from anyone; instead, people donate things like pulses, rice, flour, and medicine.
Kamaljit Singh says that this work is only possible because of the help of so many people. He is grateful for the selfless contributions of those who have helped the organization to grow and thrive. He says that he is never short of resources or helping hands.
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