The World Shaken by Uncertainty
In a world full of uncertainties, it’s often hard to trust people. We start to wonder if true humanity still exists. Naturally, we turn to our families, believing they will stand by us in times of hardship, since family is meant to be our strongest pillar of support.
But the COVID-19 pandemic shook these long-held beliefs. No one was prepared for the magnitude of the crisis that swept across the globe. Fear overshadowed clarity, and even the strongest relationships were tested. Many individuals, overwhelmed by fear of infection, distanced themselves from their own relatives. People who had once been surrounded by love found themselves isolated at the most vulnerable moments of their lives. These situations left society stunned and deeply saddened, forcing reflection on the fragile nature of human bonds during times of crisis.
Hospitals, too, were pushed far beyond their limits. With unending lines of patients and a shortage of beds, medical staff worked under enormous pressure. Their priority naturally became saving those who still had a chance to recover, and in that chaos, basic systems for managing the deceased broke down. Many individuals who passed away were left without the usual care, rituals, or even family presence. Yet, it was important to remember that each of those individuals had once been someone’s entire world — a parent, spouse, child, sibling, friend.
Volunteers Rise as Torchbearers
In such a dark and frightening atmosphere, when people hesitated even to step outside their homes, a group of volunteers emerged as a beacon of hope. The Shah Satnam Ji Green ‘S’ Welfare Committee stood out during the pandemic, proving that compassion and responsibility could still prevail. Their courage inspired countless people to believe in the goodness of humanity once again.
Among their acts of service, one initiative drew widespread appreciation.
The Shah Satnam Ji Green ‘S’ Welfare Force Wing, Sirsa, Haryana, arranged two personal ambulances solely for the respectful transportation of individuals who had passed away after testing positive for COVID-19, at the request of the District Red Cross Society, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
This responsibility required immense mental strength, proper safety precautions, and a deep sense of duty.
Volunteers collected the bodies from hospitals—where even stepping inside made many anxious—and transported them to cremation grounds so that final rites could be carried out with dignity. Their selflessness provided relief to grieving families who were unable to handle the situation themselves due to restrictions, fear, or health risks.
Recognition and Legacy
Acknowledging this extraordinary service, the Punjab Government awarded the Shah Satnam Ji Green ‘S’ Welfare Force Wing a certificate of appreciation on India’s 75th Independence Day, confirmed on September 9, 2021.
This recognition was not only an honor for the organization but also a reminder to society that compassion did not disappear during the pandemic. Brave individuals still existed — ordinary people with extraordinary courage, willing to risk their own safety to protect the dignity of others.
The Shah Satnam Ji Green ‘S’ Welfare Committee, guided by the spiritual leader Saint Dr. Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Ji Insan of Dera Sacha Sauda, Sirsa, has long been respected for large-scale social welfare work. Even before the pandemic, the organization had earned recognition for disaster relief, blood donation drives, cleanliness campaigns, tree plantation efforts, and support for underprivileged communities. Volunteers, often young and energetic, are trained to respond efficiently in situations requiring discipline, teamwork, and empathy. Because of this foundation, they were able to rise to the challenge during COVID-19 when others could not.
Lessons in Humanity
In times when the world seemed divided by anxiety and helplessness, the dedication of the Shah Satnam Ji Green S Welfare Committee served as a powerful reminder that humanity is strongest when people come together for a common purpose. Their actions showed that heroes are not always those who appear on television screens or wear uniforms—sometimes, they are ordinary individuals with extraordinary compassion.
The pandemic may have tested the limits of human endurance, but it also revealed the true torchbearers of humanity. These volunteers proved that kindness can overcome fear, and that even in the darkest times, light can be created through courage and selfless service. Their story inspires us to believe again in humanity, to recognize that acts of compassion—no matter how small—hold the power to change lives and restore hope.
