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Khan started procuring oxygen tankers from cities including Bellary, Rourkela and Bhilai at prices much higher than the market rate.
When offered compensation by the local administration, Khan refused to take any money.
Khan stated that it was his duty-bound 'zakat' during the holy month of Ramzan to help the needy.
New Delhi: Pyare Khan, a transport business owner from Maharashtra’s Nagpur, spent Rs 85 lakh for supplying medical oxygen to hospitals.
Khan, who once used to sell oranges, has supplied 400 metric tonnes of oxygen in the city so far.
When offered compensation by the local administration, Khan refused to take any money. Khan stated that it was his duty-bound 'zakat' during the holy month of Ramzan to help the needy.