PM Modi expresses condolences over demise of renowned organic farmer Pappammal
The Hindu
PM Modi mourns the loss of renowned organic farmer Pappammal, known for promoting sustainable agriculture and healthy eating habits.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences over the demise of renowned organic farmer and Padmashri Award winner Pappammal on Friday (September 27, 2024).
In a post on X, PM Narendra Modi said, “Deeply pained by the passing away of Pappammal Ji. She made a mark in agriculture, especially organic farming. People admired her for her humility and kind nature. My thoughts are with her family and well wishers. Om Shanti.”
Notably, in March 2023, Pappammal travelled to New Delhi to attend the Global Millets Conference, where she met PM Modi and underscored the significance of promoting millet cultivation and consumption to promote sustainable agriculture and healthy eating habits.
During their encounter, PM Modi showed immense respect by bowing down to seek Pappammal’s blessings.
At the age of 109, she breathed her last in Coimbatore. She was suffering from age-related health issues.
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Condoling the demise of Pappammal, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, posted on X, “I feel like I have lost one of my family members.’‘
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