Belagavi MEPs Jagadish Shettar was said to apologize for calling environmental activists in Carnation as “Goa Government Agents”. | Photo Credit: File Photos
Environmental activists protesting against Mahadaya Basin projects in Karnataka demanded an apology from BJP Jagadish Shettar for calling them “goa agents”.
“A statement by MEP Belagavi Jagadish Shettar, referring to prominent environmentalists Belagavi as” Govern Agents “, is not only shameful, but it is a deliberate attack on the truth, dignity and democratic voice of the people.
He told reporters that activists who called Mr Shettar were respected personalities who have worked hard for decades to protect and protect the environment for decades.
They include
Dileep Kamat, who has been involved in selfless activism for more than 60 years. He collaborated with Baba Amte and saved 80,000 acres of forest from the exploitation of businesses and others.
Shivajirao Kaganikar, known as “Water Man of North Karnataka”, was awarded the Rajyotsava and Dedraj Urs’ awards. He is Gandhian and was a tireless advocate of justice for neglected classes, rainwater harvest and afforestation
Lieutenant Geneal Srikrishna Sardeshpande, a war hero, awarded the medal Uttam Yudh Seva, medal ati Vishisht Seva and Rajyotsava Award, which laid the foundations for Bhishmagad, Kodacad and Madei to protect the zone.
“The activists include Colonel Ravindra Saini, Captain Nitin Dhond, Nyla Coelho and Sharada Gopal. They include social activists, scientists, social reformers, teachers, all sons and daughters of this land who are tirelessly working on environmental protection,” he said.
“They are not outsider. They are the souls of Belagavi, the guards of our forests, rivers and communities. They received awards from consecutive governments, including the Parisar Mitra Award and the praise they had requested from the main ministers. Political connection with the interests of the troubles, ”Mulgund said.
Raju Topannanvar, an activist, said the “Save Water, Save Western Ghats” movement will organize a meeting of Mahadayi in Belagavi in Belagavi. “We do it for the environment. Not for any party, not for Goa, not for voices. We march for the truth, forests, water and future generations. Let people judge who actually serve Belagavi and who serve entrusted interests,” Mr. Topannavar said.
He said that Ridhim Pandey, a 17 -year -old Haridware climate activist, joined the assembly. “Her journey of activism began in 2017, when she filed a petition against the Indian government for not fulfilling her obligations on the basis of the Paris agreement. In 2019, Ridhima joined 15 other children, including Greta Thunberg, in historical trials in the US against a classroom in the US. Change “,” average change, “,” average change.
Published – 3 June 2025 10:36
