{
  "id": 19982085,
  "title": "Why did writer Kumbar Veerabhadrappa say parents who sacrifice for their children end up in old-age homes?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/why-did-writer-kumbar-veerabhadrappa-say-parents-who-sacrifice-for",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-14T13:20:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
    "slug": "live-mint",
    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/trends/why-did-writer-kumbar-veerabhadrappa-say-parents-who-sacrifice-for-their-children-end-up-in-old-age-homes-11794659564598.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kannada writer Kumbar Veerabhadrappa stated that parents who sacrifice for their children's futures often end up in old-age homes, according to The Hindu. He made this remark while opening a Children's Day program in Ballari. Veerabhadrappa highlighted the commercialization of education and the neglect of values, traditions and respect for elders. He also praised the practice of donating the bodies of the elderly to medical schools, calling it a worthy initiative. The writer acknowledged the government's efforts in child welfare and nutrition, but raised concerns about the semester system and excessive homework, which diminish outdoor time and communication skills. He warned of the negative impact of mobile phone usage and called for prioritizing children's holistic development. Additionally, he urged parents to teach their kids about obeying traffic rules and following the law.",
  "summary": "Raising concerns over the increasing number of old age homes across the country, Kumbar Veerabhadrappa said the education system was becoming increasingly driven by financial considerations, with human values and respect for elders taking a back seat.",
  "key_points": [
    "Parents' sacrifices for children's futures lead to old-age homes",
    "Veerabhadrappa criticizes commercialization of education",
    "Donating elderly bodies to medical schools praised"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}