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Padma Shri Awardee Backs PM Modi's Call for Swadeshi and Sustainable Living

Padma Shri awardee Khemraj Sundriyal has expressed strong support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for collective national action amid economic challenges. He urged citizens to reduce fuel consumption by minimizing personal vehicle use to lower pollution. Sundriyal also welcomed the emphasis on work-from-home arrangements to conserve electricity. Additionally, he called for adopting Swadeshi products and natural farming methods for self-reliance and environmental sustainability.

Key Points: Padma Shri Awardee Supports PM Modi's Swadeshi Appeal

  • Padma Shri awardee supports PM Modi's national appeal
  • Urges reduction in personal vehicle use
  • Backs work-from-home for electricity conservation
  • Advocates Swadeshi products and natural farming
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Padma Shri awardee backs PM Modi's appeal, urges Swadeshi and sustainable living

Padma Shri Khemraj Sundriyal backs PM Modi's appeal for self-reliance, urging citizens to adopt Swadeshi practices, reduce fuel use, and embrace sustainable living.

"Wear Swadeshi and eat Swadeshi products. - Khemraj Sundriyal"

Panipat, May 12

Padma Shri awardee Khemraj Sundriyal on Tuesday expressed strong support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for collective public participation in national interest amid the economic fallout of the ongoing Iran-US war and rising crude oil prices, urging citizens to adopt sustainable and self-reliant practices.

Speaking to IANS, Sundriyal said he understood and deeply appreciated the Prime Minister's message, adding that every citizen should contribute towards the nation by following the suggestions made by PM Modi.

"I understand and deeply appreciate the Prime Minister's appeal. Whatever he has said about everyone, contributing together for the nation is important. We should follow Prime Minister Modi's words and act accordingly," he added.

Referring to the Prime Minister's call for reducing unnecessary fuel consumption, Sundriyal advised people to minimise the use of personal vehicles wherever possible.

"Use vehicles less -- it will benefit us as well. Firstly, fuel consumption will reduce, and secondly, pollution on the roads will decrease," he said.

The Padma Shri awardee also welcomed the emphasis on work-from-home arrangements, saying such measures could help in conserving electricity and other resources across the country.

"He (Prime Minister Modi) has also spoken about work from home. This will help reduce electricity consumption in the country," Sundriyal added.

Highlighting the importance of self-reliance and indigenous products, he appealed to the people to adopt Swadeshi practices in daily life.

"Wear Swadeshi and eat Swadeshi products," he said.

Sundriyal also stressed the need to promote environmentally friendly agricultural practices by using traditional natural resources instead of excessive chemical inputs.

"We should also practise farming using natural resources such as cow and buffalo dung, compost manure, and fertilisers made from leaves. This will help us become self-reliant," he said, while encouraging farmers to adopt natural and organic farming methods.

He concluded by saying that the Prime Minister's suggestions were aimed at strengthening the nation during challenging global circumstances and should be followed in the larger national interest.

"Whatever Prime Minister Modi has said has been in the interest of the nation, and we should follow it," Sundriyal said.

- IANS

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Sarah B
I think this is a wonderful initiative. The idea of work from home to save electricity and reduce fuel consumption makes a lot of sense, especially with the rising oil prices. But I do wonder if everyone in India has the infrastructure to work from home effectively? Rural areas still face connectivity issues. Still, the spirit of self-reliance is admirable.
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Rohit P
Support PM Modi's call fully 💪 Using personal vehicles less is a small change that can make a big difference. I've started carpooling with my colleagues and it's saving me nearly 2000 rupees a month! Also, buying local products helps our small businesses. Win-win for everyone. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
I appreciate the sentiment but I have some concerns. "Wear Swadeshi and eat Swadeshi" sounds good, but we need to ensure these products are actually affordable for common people. Many handloom and organic items are priced out of reach for lower-income families. The government should also work on making these options economically accessible, not just morally appealing.
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James A
Interesting perspective from a Padma Shri awardee. I've seen how India's organic farming movement is growing, and it's impressive. But I'm curious about the practical implementation. How do we scale natural farming to feed 1.4 billion people? The transition needs careful planning. Still, the emphasis on sustainability is something the whole world can learn from.

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