Former veterinary officer gives online services
Gurbaxpuri
Tarn Taran, April 29
“Being a veterinarian, the lockdown has not stopped me from carrying out my duties and taking care of livestock and dogs. These days, I have been providing free online services to people who have livestock and pets,” said Dr Narpinder Singh, who had retired as the senior veterinary officer from the Animal Husbandry Department 12 years ago.
Before the lockdown, he used to deliver guest lecturers at awareness camps held for dairy farmers by the Dairy Development Department.
He talks to people over phone to know their routine in the lockdown. Dr Narpinder said, “The lockdown has changed the lifestyle of people in many ways. Earlier, I used to treat pets, including dogs. Since the implementation of the lockdown, I have been giving consultations over phone.”
His day starts with a cup of tea and he listens to Hukamnama from Sri Darbar Sahib. After that, he talks to his kids and grandkids, who are in Australia, through video-conferencing.
“I am a great lover of nature and since the lockdown, my gardener visits for limited time. But, I spend my free time watering my lawn and looking after my plants. It helps me staying fit. I also look after vegetables and fruits in my kitchen garden. I am also good at cooking and I help my wife in the kitchen,” said Dr. Narpinder.
“To relax my mind, I like to watch old movies and listen to old songs,” he added.
