Nellore, Jan 16 (Agency) Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu has called for strengthening the joint family system and the tradition of respecting elders, which are the core aspects of India’s civilisational values. Underlining the important role played by elders in a family in guiding and advising the younger members, he said the intergenerational bonding helps in protecting and promoting the value system. Mr Naidu virtually interacted with the inmates of elderly home at Swarna Bharat Trust in Nellore on the occasion of Sankranti festival.
The Vice President enquired about the inmates’ wellbeing and the amenities available to them. He complimented the staff and officials of the Trust for their initiatives. Reflecting on the importance of festivals in Indian culture, Mr Naidu underlined that youth today should understand the significance of festivals like Sankranti in celebrating nature’s bounties, bringing families together and ushering in peace and harmony in society.