Shimla social worker Sarvjeet Singh Bobby honoured at KBC

Shimla-based social worker Sarvjeet Singh Bobby has been honoured with the ‘Force of Good Award’ on the popular television programme ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ (KBC), with Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan presenting the recognition for his humanitarian work.

The episode, aired on November 10, featured a special video showcasing Bobby’s social service initiatives. He said the KBC team had visited Shimla last month to record his work.

Bobby has been providing food and assistance to around 4,000 needy people daily for the past 12 years. He has also been helping poor families through a hearse van service for 28 years.

Describing the recognition as a proud moment for Himachal Pradesh, Bobby said meeting Amitabh Bachchan was one of the most memorable experiences of his life.

Recalling the interaction, he said that when he attempted to touch Bachchan’s feet, the actor instead touched his feet in a gesture of respect. Bobby said Bachchan’s simplicity had won his heart and credited his team members and associates for the honour.

Meanwhile, Bobby expressed displeasure over the lack of space for organising langar near Chamiyana Hospital, questioning the government’s and health department’s approach towards providing facilities near hospitals.

He said he would not resort to protests or hunger strikes over the issue and maintained that providing necessary facilities was the government’s responsibility. He added that food would continue to be delivered through vans or other arrangements.

Bobby also announced plans to start free langar at the mental hospital, saying patients and visitors there particularly needed such a facility because there was no proper food arrangement available nearby.

Raising concerns over the Himcare health scheme, Bobby questioned its discontinuation and urged the government to address shortcomings rather than shut down welfare programmes.

He also called for action against those involved in alleged irregularities concerning womb removal surgeries, including doctors, saying the government should move beyond statements and take concrete action.