Chief Minister & Organic Mission of Sikkim makes its mark in Antarctica

 

Press Release: 

New Delhi: 20 June:  “I've moved and written a letter to the Sikkim Government from Antarctica congratulating all of you for the work you are doing for the planet. I have posted it from the southernmost city of the world Ushuaia” gushed Pradeep Karuturi.

He was part of a two-week expedition to Antarctica in March 2016 organised by International Antarctic expert and explorer Robert Swan. Pradeep is a climate change enthusiast who went to Antarctica recently on a climate change Expedition by the 2041 team. “I felt great happiness in sharing that Sikkim became an organic state to the International team of 30 different nations.”

He wants to come to Sikkim to study the climate-positive work that is being undertaken by the Chief Minister, Pawan Chamling, led Government and the people.

“Ice melting is happening very rapidly in Antarctica and I believe Climate Change is the biggest issue that we need to take action immediately.I believe Sikkim is a hope for the rest of the country that we need to use our science and technology in par with nature not against nature” he adds.

Pradeep Karuturi graduated in 2014 and joined an MNC after which he joined the social sector engaging in multiple social activities. He worked with different agencies to help out with disaster relief including traveling to Nepal after the earthquake to distribute goods. Pradeep came in touch with MP Lok Sabha, and PD Rai, at the Vision India Foundation lecture given by MP yesterday.