A heartbreaking incident took place in the Indian city of Hyderabad, where an elderly couple learned of their son’s death four days later. The incident took place in a colony for the blind, where the visually impaired Kalva Ramana and his wife Shanti Kumari lived in a rented flat with their younger son Pramod.
According to a report by NDTV, the incident came to light when neighbors noticed an unpleasant smell coming from a nearby flat. The smell alarmed them and they contacted the police.
According to IANS, 30-year-old Pramod’s wife had separated along with their daughters and Pramod was addicted to alcohol and due to this his health had deteriorated.
Nagul Police Station Head Officer Surya Naik said that Kulva Ramana and Shanti Kumari are over 60 years old. They kept calling out to their son for food and water, but they got no answer. Due to the low intensity of their voices, even the neighbors could not pay attention to help them.
When the police reached the flat, the elderly couple were in a semi-conscious state. They were immediately rescued and provided with food and water.
Surya Naik further said that Pramod died probably four to five days ago in a state of sleep. His body has been sent for post-mortem to determine the exact cause of death.
After this heartbreaking incident, the elderly couple have been shifted to their elder son Pradeep’s house in another place in Hyderabad.
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**Interview with a Social Worker on the Incident Involving Blind Parents and Their Deceased Son**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today. This incident in Hyderabad involving a visually impaired couple discovering their son’s death after living with his body for four days is truly harrowing. What was your initial reaction when you heard about this situation?
**Guest:** It’s devastating, to say the least. It highlights not just the personal tragedy of this family, but also raises significant questions about social support systems for the elderly and disabled. It’s alarming to think that they lived in such isolation that they weren’t even aware of what had happened to their son.
**Interviewer:** Absolutely. There seems to be a profound lack of community engagement here. How do you think society can prevent such tragedies in the future?
**Guest:** Community involvement is crucial. Regular check-ins by neighbors or local organizations, especially in colonies housing vulnerable populations, could make a huge difference. Perhaps we need to create more awareness about the needs of our visually impaired citizens and how we can support them.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned community involvement, but what about the role of local government or social services? Are there enough resources allocated to assist families like this one?
**Guest:** Historically, there has been a shortfall. While there are some programs in place, they often lack the funding or public awareness needed to reach those who need assistance. We must advocate for better policies that ensure regular welfare checks and mental health support for families dealing with addiction and disability.
**Interviewer:** This incident certainly opens the floor for debate about the responsibility of neighbors versus the state in looking out for those in need. Do you think penalizing the neighbors for not acting sooner is fair, or should the focus be on systemic issues?
**Guest:** That’s a nuanced topic. While neighbors should certainly be encouraged to look out for one another, the ultimate responsibility lies with the system that should proactively support vulnerable populations. It’s a wake-up call for us to examine our communal values and responsibilities toward one another.
**Interviewer:** It shows that there’s a greater conversation to be had regarding our societal structures. Thank you for sharing your insights today.
**Guest:** Thank you for having me. I hope this incident encourages dialogue and leads to meaningful changes in our communities.
**Debate Question for Readers:** Given the tragic circumstances that led to this heartbreaking incident, what do you believe is the greater responsibility—should it lie with the community to look out for its vulnerable members, or should the government play a more proactive role in providing resources and support for families in distress?
