Today marks the birth anniversary of the Padma Vibhushan awardee, Dr Verghese Kurien, known as the Milkman of India and the Father of White Revolution. On this special day, Kurien’s life and legacy are being remembered and celebrated on social media.
Remembering Dr Verghese Kurien
Dr Verghese Kurien was an Indian social entrepreneur who revolutionized the country’s dairy industry. He was born in Kozhikode, Kerala on 26th November 1921. He was a graduate of the Loyola College of Chennai and the Tata Institute of Social Sciences.
The Milkman of India
Kurien is credited with launching the White Revolution in India, which is also known as Operation Flood. He founded the Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) in 1973, which is today the largest food products marketing organization in India. The success of the GCMMF led to the growth of the dairy industry in India and Kurien is thus remembered as the Milkman of India.
Father of White Revolution
Kurien’s Operation Flood project was an ambitious endeavor to make India the largest producer of milk in the world. It was a three-phase project that aimed to bring about a major transformation in India’s dairy industry. The project was successful in its mission and Kurien was thus rightly called the Father of White Revolution.
Dr Verghese Kurien’s Birthday Today
Today marks the 99th birth anniversary of the legendary Dr Verghese Kurien. On this special day, people are paying tribute to the great leader and remembering his achievements.
Social Media Celebrations
Social media is abuzz with praise and admiration for Dr Verghese Kurien. People are sharing messages, quotes and stories about him and his life. They are also remembering his inspiring legacy and the immense contribution he made to the country’s dairy industry.
An Enduring Legacy
Dr Verghese Kurien will be remembered for his immense contribution to India’s dairy industry and the White Revolution that he initiated. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come and his memory will be cherished forever.
Today, on the occasion of Dr Verghese Kurien’s 99th birth anniversary, people all over the country are paying tribute to the Milkman of India and Father of White Revolution. His inspiring life and legacy will never be forgotten.
