Pune NGO to “adopt” 1,000 Afghan students
The Hindu
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With Afghanistan in turmoil following the Taliban takeover, Pune-based NGO Sarhad, which works for students living in conflict zones, has said it would “adopt” 1,000 Afghan students till the . Sarhad founder Sanjay Nahar said he had written to Prime Minister Modi on the matter. “After Delhi, Maharashtra and especially Pune, has the largest population of Afghan nationals, most of whom are students while others are professionals. While we have announced that we would be providing for the education, upkeep and livelihoods of 1,000 students, the task of selecting students lies with the Central government. Accordingly, we have written to the Prime Minister seeking permission and cooperation to expedite aid,” said Mr. Nahar.
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