The heroes behind burials
It is a pity that we are living in times when, even during the final moments of a patient, their dear ones are reluctant to approach the deathbed. The fear of the Covid-19 has gripped us all and, in some instances, morphed our humanity to an extent that people are even resisting the burial of a Covid-19 patient in their neighbourhood, forcing the family to abandon the body.
News about patients who lost their lives due to the coronavirus and have been ignored by family members are becoming shockingly common. And in such dire times, members of Al-Markazul Islami, a volunteer organisation, have taken on the responsibility to carry out the burial rituals for the deceased. Away from their respective homes, the members reside at the organisation's head office and continue to serve the bereaved families from various religious communities maintaining their specific rituals. Not to mention, everything is done free of cost. I salute these heroes from the bottom of my heart. I believe by acknowledging and honouring them, we can help to keep their spirits up. It's the least we can do for their selfless acts.
Comments