Veera The Poor Student From NDP 2018 Finally Meets Mrs Chee Who says real life can’t be sweeter than reel life? Source Singaporeans who tuned in to this year’s NDP will remember the poignant tale of Veera, a poor student who couldn’t afford a bag for school. Source We’re pleased to report that Mr Veera Sekaran has now met with his benefactor — Mrs Chee, after 46 years apart. Two days after NDP 2018 was aired, the 56-year-old shared in a heartwarming Facebook post on 11 Aug, Guess what! Found my Teacher, Mrs. Chee!! Met her this morning. Source The last time he had seen her, was after completing PSLE in 1972 at Canberra Primary. Everyone gave a little more His teacher and classmates had chipped in to buy a new school bag for him — complete with a brand new stationery and textbooks. Source Veera says in retrospect, this renewed his faith in humanity and made a “big difference in his life”. Source He had been “very touched by her kindness” and continued to treasure the gifts, even as precious memories. Recognising her even with short hair The teacher-student duo met at 75-year-old Mrs Chee’s home in Yio Chu […]
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