2021-05-13 09:13:41
I connected with Vinod in a chat forum, after he put out a plea for help, and then he messaged me directly.
He is a 24 year old student from Nellore, Andrapradesh, India, preparing for his exams to enter a government job, who has been tested positive for COVID and is currently in enforced home isolation.
He is part of a family of four, who is struggling severely. They are behind on rent, behind on bills, and struggling to put food on the table.
His family consists of his father, his two brothers, and himself. His mother passed away when he was a child.
The rent is 5000 rupee a month
Food for the family would be 3000
Maintenance/utilities costs around 2000
Around 10000 a month total primary expenses.
They are three months behind on rent and power bills.
That is approximately 30,000 rupees.
A lot for his family, but less than $530 AUD.
I realise that often there are people out to scam, but he has sent me copies of his medical bills, two forms of government identification, his power bills, his family's rice card, his student card, proof of enrolment at his educational institution, and his personal accounts details. All the details on all documentation match up. I would really like to believe this is genuine and I feel as though we need to help those who are suffering currently. I am aware the situation in India is very dire for many people.
If you feel impressed to help in any small way, please reach out.
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