Dr. Vandana Shiva also referred to the spate of afflictions like cancer in Bhatinda and other parts of Punjab, thanks to widespread use of chemicals and pesticides. “The toxins that we put into ours fields return to us with vengeance in the form of various afflictions” she said.
Earlier, Justice Dharamadhikari said that India could prosper and rise only if it learned to respect its women and gave them an honourable place in society.
He also cited Gandhiji's immortal words: “The Mother Earth can meet all the needs of all people but not their greeds.” Mrs. Indira Kotak, chairperson of the Award Committee, proposed a vote of Thanks”.
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