An Ode to a Beautiful Woman
By: Shravasti Sarkar
Only when the last tree has died the last river has been poisoned and the last fish caught will we realize that we cannot eat money?
Often we talk of saving the environment but rarely do we recognize those who stand up for the earth who doesn’t have a voice of her own. Today I want to spread some awareness about a strong and popular socialist of India Medha Patkar.
Medha Patkar is the creator of the Narmada bachao andolan. A voice for those who do not have much of a say, Medha Patkar is a social activist who spearheaded and participated in a number of social causes ranging from the Narmada Bachao Andolan to the Tata-Singur issue.
Whether it was the influence of her politically active parents or her innate nature, Medha Patkar was always inclined towards social work. She graduated with a Masters degree in Social Work from the reputed institute, TISS.
In 1989, Medha Patkar concocted the Narmada Bachao Andolan on behalf of the farmers and tribal people to prevent the Sardar Sarovar Dam from being erected on the Narmada river.
She has been firm on the issue and till date ensures that tribal agitations – be it for their own rights or for protecting the environment – get her full support.
In the Tata-Singur case, Medha Patkar played a pivotal role in curbing Tata’s intention of laying down a Nano plant, which would have rendered a number of farmers without land and hence without any means of income.
She has truly proven that a dream or a vision doesn’t become reality through magic it takes sweat, determination and hard work. She has inspired us and taught us that we need to stop doubting the fact that we can save the world and make it happen. Most importantly she taught us one very important thing : Don’t play victim to the circumstances you created , if you are not a part of the solution you are a part of the problem.
By: Shravasti Sarkar
Only when the last tree has died the last river has been poisoned and the last fish caught will we realize that we cannot eat money?
Often we talk of saving the environment but rarely do we recognize those who stand up for the earth who doesn’t have a voice of her own. Today I want to spread some awareness about a strong and popular socialist of India Medha Patkar.
Medha Patkar is the creator of the Narmada bachao andolan. A voice for those who do not have much of a say, Medha Patkar is a social activist who spearheaded and participated in a number of social causes ranging from the Narmada Bachao Andolan to the Tata-Singur issue.
Whether it was the influence of her politically active parents or her innate nature, Medha Patkar was always inclined towards social work. She graduated with a Masters degree in Social Work from the reputed institute, TISS.
In 1989, Medha Patkar concocted the Narmada Bachao Andolan on behalf of the farmers and tribal people to prevent the Sardar Sarovar Dam from being erected on the Narmada river.
She has been firm on the issue and till date ensures that tribal agitations – be it for their own rights or for protecting the environment – get her full support.
In the Tata-Singur case, Medha Patkar played a pivotal role in curbing Tata’s intention of laying down a Nano plant, which would have rendered a number of farmers without land and hence without any means of income.
She has truly proven that a dream or a vision doesn’t become reality through magic it takes sweat, determination and hard work. She has inspired us and taught us that we need to stop doubting the fact that we can save the world and make it happen. Most importantly she taught us one very important thing : Don’t play victim to the circumstances you created , if you are not a part of the solution you are a part of the problem.
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