Renowned Environmentalist Tulsi Gowda Passes Away at 86

The Padma Shri awardee, known as the 'Mother of Trees,' dedicated over six decades to planting 30,000 saplings and conserving Karnataka's forests.

Tulsi Gowda, an environmentalist from Karnataka and Padma Shri awardee, passed away at the age of 86 due to age-related health issues.
Born into the Halakki tribe, she earned the title 'Encyclopedia of the Forest' for her deep, informal knowledge of flora despite having no formal education.
Over her lifetime, she planted more than 30,000 saplings and worked tirelessly for environmental conservation for over 60 years.
Her contributions were recognized with the Padma Shri in 2021 and an honorary doctorate from Dharwad Agricultural University in 2023.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries paid tribute, highlighting her legacy as an inspiration for future generations to protect the environment.