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Rajesh Kumar incurred Rs 2 crore debt after Sadhguru-inspired farming
Rajesh Kumar incurred Rs 2 crore debt after Sadhguru-inspired farming
Actor Rajesh Kumar, known for his role in the TV show 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai', took up horticulture in Gaya, Bihar, in 2017 on the advice of spiritual leader Sadhguru. Over five years,…
Actor Rajesh Kumar, known for his role in the TV show 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai', took up horticulture in Gaya, Bihar, in 2017 on the advice of spiritual leader Sadhguru. Over five years, he accumulated debt of nearly Rs 2 crore after repeated crop failures, a flood that washed away his first plantation, and a dry borewell. He said he never suffered anxiety or depression due to his spiritual outlook.
Rajesh said he was moved by Sadhguru's 'Rally for Rivers' campaign and felt he needed to understand farmers' problems firsthand. After several failed attempts, he has now paid off most of the debt. In April, he said only about Rs 20 lakh remained, or 10-15% of the original amount.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Rajesh Kumar's story is a rare public account of a celebrity following Sadhguru's environmental activism into direct action. The actor's debt of Rs 2 crore is a substantial sum, but his recovery to owing only Rs 20 lakh suggests either personal savings, family support, or a return to acting income. The key question is whether his experience will inspire other urban followers to attempt similar agricultural transitions, which face the same climate and infrastructure risks he encountered. The next signal to watch is whether Isha Foundation uses his story in its campaigns.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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