The article critiques the legacy of M. S. Swaminathan, highlighting his role in promoting chemical-intensive agriculture during the Green Revolution. It draws parallels between post-World War II repurposing of wartime chemicals into pesticides and fertilizers, suggesting that such practices have commodified life and contributed to environmental degradation. The authors argue that this approach to agriculture has transformed seeds into mere commodities, undermining their natural essence, and liken this to broader themes of exploitation and depersonalization in modern industrial practices.
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Ajay Piramal: How Many Times Are You Seeking “Blanket” Stay Orders?
This article critically examines Ajay Piramal, portraying him as a hypocritical “Paramavaiṣṇava” (a non-violent Vaishnava devotee) who acts as an “Eco-Terrorist” by exploiting and damaging natural and financial ecosystems. It highlights his alleged dual personality, contrasting his philanthropic image with violent environmental violations and financial manipulations. Two key instances are discussed: (1) Piramal Enterprises’ pollution of groundwater in Telangana, fined by the National Green Tribunal (NGT), where a partial stay order was misinterpreted as a “blanket” one; and (2) his Supreme Court stay on the NCLAT’s 2022 ruling invalidating his acquisition of DHFL as illegal and irregular. The piece accuses Piramal of repeatedly seeking stay orders to evade accountability, links his actions to cronyism with figures like Mukesh Ambani, and references his wife’s alleged illegal tree chopping. It positions these as part of broader critiques in prior articles, emphasizing the suffering of human and non-human victims while questioning the ethics of wealth concentration in India.
ENVIRONMENTALISM: THE ROLE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND HUMANITIES (ECO-ECONOMICS OR GEO-SOCIOLOGY?)
Posted on 27/11/2022 Updated on 8th April, 2025 (GMT 09:13 hrs) Abstract The following papers, mainly written in Bangla, concentrate on the roles of social science and humanities in the domain of specialized environmental science. If the disasters caused by climate change are believed to be inevitable fact, as predicted by some of the scientists,Continue reading “ENVIRONMENTALISM: THE ROLE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND HUMANITIES (ECO-ECONOMICS OR GEO-SOCIOLOGY?)”
Requesting for the inclusion of the climate agenda in the Bharat Jodo Yatra: a letter to Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi
In a letter dated November 20, 2022, authors Debaprasad Bandyopadhyay and Akhar Bandyopadhyay urged Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi to incorporate climate action into the Bharat Jodo Yatra. They highlighted two critical issues: the escalating climate crisis driven by human activities since the Industrial Revolution, and the deteriorating financial system marked by corporate bankruptcies and economic disparities. The authors advocated for a shift towards sustainable development inspired by Gandhian principles of ‘gram swaraj’ (village self-rule) and Rabindranath Tagore’s concept of ‘samavaya’ (harmony), emphasizing grassroots empowerment and ecological balance. They also called for climate legislation to address environmental challenges and promote economic equity.
EXPOSING PIRAMAL REALTY: KRISHNARAJ RAO
The article “Exposing Piramal Realty: Krishnaraj Rao” highlights several concerns regarding Piramal Realty’s business practices:
One-Sided Agreements: The draft agreements for projects like Piramal Revanta Towers are criticized for being heavily skewed in favor of the developer. These contracts grant PRL Developers Private Limited extensive rights over land development, limiting flat-buyers’ ability to raise objections. Exit clauses are also noted to favor the developer, undermining buyers’ rights.
Environmental Impact: The article labels Mr. Ajay Piramal as an “eco-terrorist,” accusing him of exploiting nature without regard for biodiversity. It references environmental concerns associated with Piramal’s pharmaceutical plant in Digwal, Telangana, and criticizes real estate developments in ecologically sensitive coastal areas like Mumbai, which face risks from climate change and rising sea levels.
Legal and Ethical Issues: The piece suggests that law enforcement and the judiciary may not always protect flat-buyers from exploitation by builders. It mentions that when police mediate between defrauded buyers and builders, resulting agreements often contain loopholes allowing builders to evade accountability. Builders, including Piramal Realty, are accused of proposing out-of-court settlements to avoid civil litigation, which may be ineffective or detrimental to buyers’ interests.
The article includes videos by Krishnaraj Rao and a press conference by Siddarth Jaaju to support these claims.
Requesting for stopping hazards caused by organizing festivals by blocking roads and usage of loudspeakers and DJ Boxes in public places
Posted on 4th June, 2022 TO THE HONOURABLE GOVERNOR, GOVERNMENT OF WEST BENGAL TO THE HONOURABLE CHIEF MINISTER, GOVERNMENT OF WEST BENGAL Sub: Requesting for stopping hazards caused by organizing festivals by blocking roads and usage of loudspeakers and DJ Boxes in public places Dear Sir/Madam, It is observed that in the contemporary West Bengal:Continue reading “Requesting for stopping hazards caused by organizing festivals by blocking roads and usage of loudspeakers and DJ Boxes in public places”
বিধ্বস্ত নিসর্গ
Posted on 18th February, 2022 The Talk (in Bangla) is against the climate change denialists, or global warming denialists. The speaker shows, with the help of a simple experiment, how the so-called “developmental” paradigm as preached by the WB-IMF-WTO hampers the environmental conditions. The talk was organized by the Rik Prakshani (ঋক প্রকাশনী) in theContinue reading “বিধ্বস্ত নিসর্গ”
ভাবাদিঘি ও ঠুর্গাঃ “উন্নয়ন” বনাম নিসর্গ
Posted on 7th February, 2022 ভাবাদিঘি ও ঠুর্গাঃ “উন্নয়ন” বনাম নিসর্গ VIEW HERE ⤡ There are three talks in this video: 1. In the 2017, when Bhaba Dighi (A fish farm at Goghat, Hooghly district of West Bengal India) was to be forcibly acquired by the government for installing railway track, many environmental activists protested.Continue reading “ভাবাদিঘি ও ঠুর্গাঃ “উন্নয়ন” বনাম নিসর্গ”
O KING, STOP KILLING THE ENVIRONMENT OF OUR TAPOVANA (HERMITAGE), THE AKHANḌ HINDU BHĀRAT
In their September 6, 2021, open letter to the President of India, Debaprasad and Akhar Bandyopadhyay express deep concern over environmental degradation resulting from developmental projects like the Kashi Vishwanath Dham Corridor and the Central Vista redevelopment. They draw parallels between these initiatives and the destruction of sacred natural spaces, such as the Tapovana hermitage, emphasizing the detrimental impact on India’s ecological and cultural heritage. Citing Kālidāsa’s “Abhijñāna Śakuntalam,” they urge a reevaluation of development priorities to prevent further harm to the environment and preserve the nation’s spiritual and natural legacy.
Once in a Blue Moon Academia 