Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed profound grief over the passing of renowned environmentalist and Padma Shri awardee, Smt. Tulsi Gowda. In his heartfelt message, he stated, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Smt. Tulsi Gowda Ji, a revered environmentalist from Karnataka and Padma Awardee. She dedicated her life to nurturing nature, planting thousands of saplings, and conserving our environment. She will remain a guiding light for environmental conservation. Her work will continue to inspire generations to protect our planet. Condolences to her family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
Tulsi Gowda, affectionately known as the “Encyclopedia of Forests”, passed away at the age of 86 due to age-related ailments at her home in Honnalli village, Karnataka.
Her life’s mission was devoted to environmental conservation, having planted and nurtured over 30,000 trees throughout her remarkable journey. Recognizing her unparalleled contribution to the environment, she was honored with the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2021.
Her demise marks a great loss to the nation, but her legacy of environmental stewardship will continue to inspire future generations to protect and nurture the planet.
