My name is Rithika Varma. I am 16 years old and a Grade 11 student at the Chirec International School in Hyderabad.

COVID-19 has impacted the lives of millions of people. The worst-hit are the poor, migrants, and daily wage workers. Hyderabad & Telangana have not been spared from the brutality of this virus. Many of us are lucky to be sitting inside our homes, safe and away from the virus but there are people outside who are in doubt whether they'll make it to the next day. There has been a surge in cases & the situation will only get worse before it gets better. The bigger concern and the biggest need is for food. Feeding them is the number one -COVID relief measure.

At this juncture, it is our responsibility as the privileged sections of the society need to step up & support them through this difficult time. The initiative I am doing with Akshaya Patra is to help feed thousands of people. Akshaya Patra has already served and distributed over 5 CRORE meals across India and over 60 lakh meals/food packs in Hyderabad/ Telangana. But the need and demand for more meals continues.

I request all of you to support my campaign so that we can also contribute, in one way or another, to their well-being in our own little way. Even a small initiative can go a long way in helping others. So it's about time we all come together and do our bit to help our fellow countrymen.