Rahmi Koç's turbot letter and savings approach become a trending topic

Koç Holding Honorary President Rahmi Koç having soup made from the leftover parts of a turbot fish sent for his sister Semahat Arsel's birthday was shared as an example of avoiding waste and a mindset of thrift.

Birthday Gift and Thank-You Letter

Balıkçı Kahraman sent a turbot fish on the occasion of the 98th birthday of Rahmi Koç's sister, Semahat Arsel. Following this gesture, Rahmi Koç wrote a special letter to Balıkçı Kahraman, who prepared the fish, conveying his thanks.

The letter stated that the fish was exceptionally delicious and consumed with pleasure by all the guests.

Making Soup with Leftover Fish

In the letter he penned, Rahmi Koç stated that a delicious soup would be made from the remaining parts and the head of the turbot fish delivered to them. This detail was shared on social media by the artisan who sent the fish.

Thrift Evaluated in a Column

Sabah newspaper columnist Mevlüt Tüzel addressed this incident in his column, expressing that Koç's attitude reflects an awareness of savings independent of wealth. Tüzel underlined that this approach should not be regarded as stinginess.

The article emphasized that the consciousness of not wasting is part of a moral stance and respect for future generations.