Dr. Verghese Kurien wrote an inspiring letter to his grandson Siddharth from Anand in 2005.
Dr. Kurien believed that written letters can be treasured and re-read with long-lasting pleasure.
Dr. Kurien started his career soon after India gained independence to serve the nation.
Dr. Kurien dreamed of building an India free from hunger, poverty, and inequality.
Dr. Kurien chose to work for a small cooperative of dairy farmers in Anand, Gujarat.
Dr. Kurien gave up promising careers in metallurgy, the military, and abroad to help farmers.
Dr. Kurien's wife strongly supported his decision to live and work in Anand with simple comforts.
Tribhuvandas Patel served as Dr. Kurien's respected mentor and loyal supporter in Anand.
Dr. Kurien believed that personal integrity and honesty to oneself are the most essential values.
Dr. Kurien emphasized that life is a privilege that should be dedicated to the common good.
According to Dr. Kurien, failure is not trying your best to help the community.
True happiness comes from cherishing what we have rather than comparing ourselves with others.
The President of India honoured Dr. Verghese Kurien with the Padma Vibhushan award in 1999.
Dr. Kurien advised his grandson to earn his own rewards through hard work during his lifetime.
Dr. Kurien credited his awards and achievements to the cooperative efforts of many people.
Dr. Kurien dedicated his life musings to inspire the youth to work for humanity.
Dr. Verghese Kurien is known as the Milkman of India for leading the White Revolution.
The White Revolution led to a massive increase in milk production across India.
Dr. M. S. Swaminathan led the Green Revolution by introducing high-yielding wheat and rice crops.
Dr. Hiralal Chaudhuri led the Blue Revolution to increase fisheries production and productivity in India.