India, Dec. 19 -- On chilly winter nights when the city slows down, 29-year-old Roshy Chhillar, wellness enthusiast and long-distance runner is often on her way towards flyovers, railway stations, bus stands and shelter homes carrying flasks of hot tea, warm clothes and blankets.

According to Roshy, her journey into social service began in New York, where she pursued both her undergraduate and master's degrees. There, she encountered a culture of organised compassion where during harsh winters, emergency shelters and warming centres opened their doors round the clock. Outreach teams distributed blankets, coats, socks and hand warmers. Faith-based and community groups served hot meals and ensured medical help reached those who needed it. ...