KUCHING: The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) held its monthly “Free Food For Life” event here Sunday to coincide with the upcoming Chinese New Year.
The programme held at the 3rd Mile Wet Market aimed to foster unity and assist underprivileged individuals.
Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang commended ISKCON for their social welfare work.
“Every month, ISKCON members will go to different locations to give out vegetarian nasi lemak as a contribution to society.
“But their work goes beyond food distribution as they support students who need help with tuition and to assist families in need.
“Their dedication to help the community is commendable,” he said.
Lo emphasised that the event was a double celebration, combining the joy of Chinese New Year with a meaningful outreach to the community by sharing food and goodwill.
“This is a double celebration; we are marking Chinese New Year and, simultaneously, reaching out to the community with food and goodwill.
“I wish everyone a Happy Chinese New Year, good health, and peace in their families,” he said.
Meanwhile, ISKCON’s chairman, S. Krishnarao @ Prabhu Kripa, highlighted the organisation’s broader mission.
“Every month, we distribute approximately 600 packets of vegetarian nasi lemak to various locations, including markets, homes for the elderly, and community centres,” he said.
Also, he noted ISKCON does its part during times of emergencies.
“Whenever a natural disaster occurs, like flooding, we will provide free meals to those affected.
“This is our way of sharing the blessings we have received,” he said.
Besides distributing food, ISKCON provides various services such as free tuition classes, Indian dance classes, yoga and meditation classes, and other cultural activities.
“Our goal is to create unity in diversity.
“We believe that by sharing what God has given us, we can uplift the community and receive more blessings in return,” Krishnarao said.
