PM says Lord Krishna an inspiration for environment conservation efforts

Launching a slew of programmes, including for country-wide cattle vaccination and checking use of plastics, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that his government is trying to maintain a a balance between nature and economic development.

The world is looking for a "role model" for conservation efforts, but people of India have always taken inspiration from Lord Krishna's "love for environment", he said at an event in Mathura, considered the abode of the deity.

"Environment and livestock have been at the core of India's economic philosophy. And hence, be it Swachh Bharat or Jal Jeevan Mission or promoting agriculture and animal husbandry we always try to maintain a balance between nature and economy as we move forward to build a strong new India," Modi said and stressed on adopting the concept of 'waste to wealth'.

Greeting the audience with the local salutation of 'Radhey Radhey', he said, "The Brajbhoomi has always been inspiring the entire world and humanity. Today the entire world is searching for a role model for conservation of global environment.

"But, India has a source of inspiration like Lord Krishna, who cannot be imagined without his love for environment."
"The concept of waste to wealth will help in cleaning and conserving our environment."
"We need to find an appropriate solution for regular supply of green fodder and nutritious diet to the livestock."