Avoid Environmental Fanaticism to Prevent Flooding: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan

Alappuzha: Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan urged authorities on Sunday to periodically deepen Kerala's rivers to curb rising flood risks, emphasizing that people should avoid becoming "fanatical" about environmental issues at the expense of development.

Speaking at the 115th anniversary celebrations of the Malayalam daily Kerala Kaumudi during a two-day visit to the state, Radhakrishnan highlighted silt accumulation as a growing crisis.

"One big problem coming for Keralam is that the depth of the river is getting reduced because the sand is not being removed at frequent intervals," he noted. "I am not saying sand should be removed all of a sudden, but it must be done periodically to maintain depth. Otherwise, where will the water go?"

Key Takeaways from the Address

Environmental Balance: The Vice President stressed that environmental protection should not turn into fanaticism or political grandstanding. He urged Members of Parliament to legally advocate for river desilting by presenting historical depth data to courts where necessary.
Unpredictable Weather: He pointed to volatile rainfall patterns long dry spells followed by sudden heavy overnight downpours as a major challenge requiring urgent journalist-led public awareness.
Renaming of Keralam: Radhakrishnan congratulated the public on the official state name change, noting he chaired the Rajya Sabha when the historic bill passed on August 12, 2026, correcting a long-standing historical error to align with the state's culture.
Tribute to Visionaries: He highlighted the foundational contributions of three iconic figures from Keralam: Adi Shankaracharya (national unity), Sree Narayana Guru (social equality), and Mannathu Padmanabhan (educational reform).

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