The unwavering dedication and sense of civic duty of an 83-year-old Bangalore resident has won hearts online. Surya Narayana, who has lived in HSR Layout with his wife for years, decided to act when inconsistent waste management left the streets littered with leaves and debris.
Determined to keep his neighborhood clean, Narayana now spends one to two hours a day sweeping the streets and surrounding areas himself.
The Bengaluru Post shared a video of Narayana’s efforts on He spends one to two hours a day cleaning his street, while BBMP skips routine cleanings. A reminder of community spirit and a call for responsibility. Bangalore deserves better!”
Netizens were quick to applaud Surya Narayana’s selfless efforts in the comments section of the post. One user expressed his admiration, writing: “Hail to this great man! » Another shared a personal connection saying: “Yes, I have known him for many years. He stays at the other end of my road and always greets me with a smile. when I go running.”
Praising his dedication, one commenter noted: “Great dedication to cleanliness. Another highlighted the wider implications, saying: “Great service from an elderly person.” However, this is embarrassing for government agencies. »
Another user offered to recognize Narayana’s work, saying, “The great senior citizen of Bangalore, Mr. Surya Narayan, should be honored with pride.” »
In the face of inaction by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), 83-year-old Surya Narayana has become an unexpected beacon of civic responsibility. On a rainy Friday morning, a Bengaluru resident was seen sweeping the streets and unblocking drains diligently. His efforts caught the attention of Madhusudhan, a member of the community task force, who approached him and asked why he had taken on this responsibility.
According to the Bangalore Mirrorexplains the old man: “BBMP employees rarely come to clean the street in front of my house. I now sweep two, even three times a day because of the rains. He added: “They’ve gotten into the habit of avoiding that stretch, thinking I’m going to clean it up anyway.” »
While many people, aged 83, would choose to rest, Surya Narayana’s dedication serves as an inspiration for a cleaner India. His actions highlight his strong values and his commitment to the well-being of the community. It remains to be seen whether the BBMP will resolve this lingering problem.
