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Minal Sancheti

2 May 2026 at 12:26:53 pm

Funeral for animals

Mumbai: On the occasion of National Animal Rights Day, a funeral was held for all the voiceless creatures that humans have killed for selfish reasons. The act was a campaign and was a brainchild of Animal Climate and Health in collaboration with Our Planet Theirs Too. The purpose was to spread awareness about animal cruelty. The campaign took place at Carter Road Amphitheatre and so a crowd of both young and old supported the cause. Speaking about animal cruelty, recently the internet was...

Funeral for animals

Mumbai: On the occasion of National Animal Rights Day, a funeral was held for all the voiceless creatures that humans have killed for selfish reasons. The act was a campaign and was a brainchild of Animal Climate and Health in collaboration with Our Planet Theirs Too. The purpose was to spread awareness about animal cruelty. The campaign took place at Carter Road Amphitheatre and so a crowd of both young and old supported the cause. Speaking about animal cruelty, recently the internet was flooded with a viral video of a group of men at Mira Road taking a piglet to a locality where goats were brought for religious sacrifice. Aparjita Ashish, the founder and director of Animal Climate and Health said, “It is an act of cruelty to kill animals for religious sacrifice but to protest against this they were harassing a baby pig. The poor pig was screaming for his life. So how’s that right? If you want to protest, protest peacefully.” Ashish also comments on the Apex Judiciary’s decision of euthanising terminally ill dogs, “If the dog has a serious illness like rabies and is in a lot of pain, with a doctor’s permission and in a peaceful manner, they should be euthanised. The apex court also spoke about the ABC or animal birth control which if done with correct procedures, can help bring down issues related to the stray dogs. Many times the process is wrong so the animals become subject to cruelty.” She even added that the strays should not be displaced as that will leave them confused. This is also an act of ill treatment. The occasion saw a large number of gatherers. According to the campaigners, being vegan is not just for protecting animals but also for the climate. Ashish explained, “If you see the name of our NGO, it is Animal Climate and Health. So we also talk about the impact of consuming animal products on the environment.” She gives an example of how methane gas is produced because of the dairy animals and how the food and resources to breed animals are so much that it affects the environment. The supporters who participated in the campaign said they also noticed many health benefits of going vegan. Anil Nagpal, a senior citizen and volunteer with the organisation said, “For many years I was going through ill health. I tried every treatment but nothing really helped much. But then someone convinced me to go vegan and since that time my health has improved drastically. After this many people in my circles who used to eat animal products have given up.” When asked what his protein sources are, he said, “I eat lentils and legumes. Vegetables also contain protein.” Ashish claimed that humans have an ego that makes them think they are above animals.

End of an Era

Updated: Jan 2, 2025

Manmohan Singh

“Renowned economist Dr. Singh’s contributions to Bharat will always be remembered and cherished. We pray the almighty to grant 'sadgati' to the departed soul.”

Mohan Bhagwat, Chief, RSS


“His life will always serve as a lesson for the future generations on how someone can rise above deprivation and struggles to attain the heights of success. As PM, his contribution to the country's development and progress will always be remembered.”

Narendra Modi, Prime Minister


“He (Singh) knew me almost from the day I opened my eyes in this world. I had the privilege of serving as the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting in his government. A gentle soul, a great intellectual, a person with very firm convictions.”

Manish Tewari, Leader, Congress


“After he (Singh) became the Prime Minister, we shared a very close relationship. He was the one who brought me to politics along with Sonia Gandhi. It's very sad that he has left us.”

Shashi Tharoor, MP, Congress


“His contributions as the architect of India's economic reforms have left an indelible mark. RBI joins the nation in mourning this huge loss.”

Sanjay Malhotra, Governor, RBI


“Even when political opponents labelled him a ‘dummy’ or ‘shadow PM’, he remained focused on serving the country’s best interests. He neither acted against nor voiced opposition to his party’s leadership.”

T K A Nair, Former Principal Secretary to PM


“Dr. Singh was one of the greatest champions of the US-India strategic partnership, and his work laid the foundation for much of what our countries have accomplished together in the past two decades.”

Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, US


“I always found him a delight to work with and like a benevolent father figure. He was a good friend of the Maldives.”

Mohamed Nasheed, Former President, Maldives


“A visionary economist and the architect of India's economic liberalisation, his contributions shaped a new era for India.”

Mahinda Rajapaksa, Former President, Sri Lanka


“India has lost one of its most illustrious sons. Dr. Manmohan Singh was an unwavering ally and friend to the people of Afghanistan.”

Hamid Karzai, Former President, Afghanistan


“India has lost one of its tallest leaders and finest economists. His most defining contribution - the epochal 91 reforms spurred a multi-decadal economic boom and more importantly reshaped the calculus of possibilities for India and Indians.”

Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman, Aditya Birla Group


“Dr. Singh will always be remembered for his visionary thinking and deep insights while always being humble and upholding his personal values. His inspiring leadership earned him respect across the world.”

N. Chandrasekaran, Chief, Tata Sons


“The passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh marks the end of an era in Indian polity. A man of quiet dignity, he reshaped the nation through his visionary economic and social policies.”

Kamal Haasan, Actor-Politician


“I fondly cherish my interactions with him and the inspiration and wisdom I got from him forever. It is a tremendous loss to our country. His wisdom, integrity and contributions to the nation’s growth will always be remembered.”

Chiranjeevi, Actor


“He was a man of unparalleled humility and wisdom. His extraordinary contributions will forever be remembered.

Anil Kapoor, Actor


“Having studied him for more than a year for the movie The Accidental Prime Minister, it felt that I actually spent that much time with him. He was inherently a good man. Personally, completely honest, great economist and a very humble person. Some can say may be not an astute politician!”

Anupam Kher, Actor


“Although there were doubts about how someone who was not a seasoned politician would lead the country, Singh, during his 10 years in power, proved himself to be one of the most experienced and respected leaders the world has ever seen.”

A K Antony, Leader, Congress


“I will always remember him as the only Prime Minister who made sincere efforts to uplift India's marginalised, including minorities and backward classes.”

Asaduddin Owaisi, President, AIMIM


“Never heard an offensive, unparliamentary word from him. Manmohan Singh will be remembered as 'Adhunik nirmata sudharak' (modern reformer who built up the economy).”

Ram Nath Kovind, Former President


“I have worked with many ministers, and while many of them, including Manmohan Singh, are true gentlemen, for Singh, his gentlemanly nature was not a weakness but a remarkable strength. Singh was never one to make grand promises.”

K M Chandrasekhar, Former Union Cabinet Secretary


“He was a great human being. Great financial reformer and statesman.”

Rajinikanth, Actor


“A politician who can take a joke is truly powerful, and a politician who can make a joke about themselves is admirable, and invincible. In that respect, he stood tall above any Indian leader in my lifespan.”

Vir Das, Comedian-actor


"Dr Manmohan Singh ji's demise is a profound loss for India. His contributions to our nation shall always be remembered.”

Sachin Tendulkar, Cricket Legend


“A rare leader who spoke softly but achieved monumental strides through his actions, Dr Singh's life remains a masterclass in leadership, humility and service to the nation and will inspire generations to come.”

Gautam Adani, Chairman Adani Group


“He was against corruption and took immediate decisions concerning the Lokpal and Lokayukta Act. He always thought about the country and how best he could work for its people.”

Anna Hazare, Anti-corruption Activist


“Farewell Dr. Manmohan Singh. You loved this nation. And your service to it will long be remembered.”

Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group


“He was an erudite economist and a man of high integrity. A PM to whom we owe our economic turnaround.”

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson, Biocon

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