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Son to Nearly 200 Old People, This Man is Modern-Day 'Shravan'

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Help Dr. Uday Modi Build A Home For Forgotten Parents

Meet the man who wakes up every morning with an unshakable resolve to feed close to 200 helpless parents, free of cost. These elderly people are unable to put together a decent meal for themselves due to numerous reasons but Uday Modi's tiffin service ensures they get a decent meal every single day. It all started when Dr. Modi moved to Bhayandar, Mumbai from a small village called Amreli in Gujarat to practice alternative medicine in the city of dreams.

"One of my patients showed up at my door. He must have been over 70 years with a chronically ill wife at home. This couple was old, poor without even 10 rupees to buy avada pao. He said he needed food, it moved me and that is when I decided to feed the needy elderly for nothing in return," shared Dr. Modi.The tiffin usually contains 6 chappatis and a curry along with dal and rice. Sundays are special therefore home-made dessert and farsan (a Gujarati type of savoury snack) also join the parcel. "We have two tempo and 4 dealer vans that help in transporting these tiffins all around the locality. I work as an artist in serials and TV shows, my additional income along with help and support from family and friends suffices. However, I am on a constant lookout for ways to help more and more people every day," noted Dr. Modi.

Feeding 200 people, that too from your own pocket, doesn't come easy. Dr. Modi has a family of his own - a college going daughter, a son who is studying computer science and a supportive wife whom he calls his inspiration and courage. Close to 3 lakh rupees is spent every month to ensure regular food supply to these abandoned elderly. Despite all the challenges, Dr. Modi and his family are undeterred and more than committed towards their unconditional seva to the aged. "My chest swells with pride when my kids come back and give me tiny bits of their savings to be put in for the seva. Lots of people come forward and support, I am sure it will go on," Dr. Modi shared.

In a city where people come to realise gigantic dreams, Dr. Modi has only one desire, "I want to build a Dikra nu ghar for these old people - a home like their own son's place where everything is taken care of not only just food.

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22nd July 2019

Dear Supporters,

Here's a quick update.

Due to heavy rains in Mumbai over the last few weeks, we've paused the construction of building. We are looking to restart with the construction once it recedes a bit. We shall keep you posted.

Thank you for all the love and support.

Regards,
Dr Uday Modi

27th March 2019

Dear Supporters,

Thank you for all the love and support. I am humbled by the amount of support you have given us.

The Bhoomi Pujan was a success! I am attaching few pictures :)

We have already started by fencing the borders, and we will be starting the construction work soon. The proposed building will have two floors (ground floor and first floor). This will help us to accommodate around 80 to 85 individuals at least. The entire construction of the building is estimated to cost us another crore. Therefore, I am increasing the goal amount by 50 lakhs.

We have donors coming forward to support us with the construction by donating fans, tube lights and other similar accessories. It would help us immensely if we could once again receive your support to help fund the construction too.

You have given us the strength to stand strong and have faith in this dream. Please keep supporting us and sharing the campaign with your friends and family so that we can achieve what we started out to.

God bless you all!

Warmly,
Dr. Uday Modi

Here are the pictures of the Bhoomi Pujan:

8th March 2019

Dear Supporters,

Thank you for the wonderful support that you have shown towards Dr. Modi’s cause. We are happy to inform you that Dr. Modi has shared us the land agreement with us (copy attached for reference). The land is located in Uttan and spans across 2500 sq meters.

Milaap transferred the first tranche of 25 lakhs to Late Shree Himmatlal Harjivandas Modi Charitable Trust on January 9th, 2019. With which, Dr. Modi was able to proceed into an agreement with Mr. Jay Mehta for the land purchase (the same is mentioned in the land agreement, page 4)

To further support the purchase, Milaap has transferred the below amounts on the said dates to the Trust account.

January 9th - Rs 25 Lakhs - NEFT reference number N009190187151058
January 31st - 20 lakhs - NEFT reference number - N031190194181628
February 11th - 25 lakhs - NEFT reference number - N050190201578667

We spoke to Mr. Jay Mehta and he has confirmed to have received the funds from Dr Modi and has shared documents (attached) to vouch the transfers.

To further close the purchase, Dr. Modi has requested Milaap transfers ~Rs 48.6 Lakhs to Mr. Jay Mehta’s account. We are initiating the process and we will keep you informed once the transfer is processed.

Below are the images of the construction plan and plot plan. It gives us immense pleasure to inform you the Bhoomi Pujan is scheduled to happen on 18th March 2019. Dr. Modi has extended an invite all the donors to join him on this important day. You could drop him an email on udaymodi68@gmail.com to further co-ordinate the visit.

We thank you all the donors for your tremendous support. Without you, this home for abandoned parents would have just been idea on paper. Thank you for helping Dr. Modi make it a reality.

Warmly,
Team Milaap

Land purchase agreement between Mr Mehta and Dr Modi's trust: