Earth Day: Bollywood stars appreciate Mother Nature

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As we observe Earth Day today on April 22, stars who orbit the glitzy world of Bollywood has taken it upon themselves to appreciate nature and spread the message of conserving our planet. From tending to their own vegetable garden to planting trees, the stars are on a mission to promote sustainable living. Here’s a look at a few stars who are doing their bit to conserve Mother Nature ... Image Credit: IANS

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Sara Ali Khan: The ‘Simmba’ star took to Instagram and gave her nod to Mother Earth by sharing a collage of pictures against the background of nature. From riding a camel in a desert in Rajasthan to gazing at tigers in a forest reserve, the actress seems to be revelling in nature’s bounty. On Instagram, ahead of Earth Day, she wrote a poem where she extolled her appreciation for Mother Earth. “Happy Earth About Mother Nature what to say. Snowflakes in December, Jungles in May. On the beach, where the hair can sway,” it goes. Image Credit: Instagram

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Dia Mirza: The former Miss India and UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador has been an advocate for environment for more than a decade and she will host a series of interaction this Earth Day to underline the importance of respecting Mother Earth and nature. Image Credit: Instagram

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Alaya F: The 'Jawaani Jaaneman' star paid a tribute to planet earth by sketching an intricate artwork. “The wanderers of life are made of earth and sky.They see the universe with stars in their eyes … This drawing of mine took a lot of time and I think it’s my favourite one so far! My little tribute to Mother Earth,” she said as she posted her creative work on Instagram. Image Credit: Instagram

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Shilpa Shetty: From posting throwback pictures of her plucking fruits from her garden and sharing her gratitude towards mother nature’s ‘bountiful ways’, Shetty has urged everyone to give bak to nature and respect it. Staying home during coronavirus pandemic has made her appreciate nature even more. She has also documented her success with organic farming in her back garden. “Mother Nature never fails to amaze me. Today, I am grateful for the fresh producer and for nature’s many blessings,” she said in a post, as she plucked brinjals and chillies with her young son. “One of the greater joys of life is to see your efforts coming to fruition in this circle of life; whether it is about starting a new venture, seeing your child grow up or just the plants you nurture bearing vegetables and fruits for you to enjoy,” she added. Image Credit: PTI

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Jackie Shroff: “The earth does not belong to us. We belong to the earth,” reminded Jackie Shroff on his Instagram account as he posted a picture of a child kissing a globe and wishing it ‘get well soon’. He has also been an advocate of ‘plant a tree’ campaign and has nurtured the #PedLagao [plant a tree] campaign, urging his fans to take to farming in small ways and nominate three other friends to join their tree-planting effort. His Instagram account is also filled with this go-green initiative. Image Credit: Supplied

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Twinkle Khanna: The author and former actress has discovered a love for gardening and she’s letting the world know about it. “What you show, you shall reap and I planted a love for gardening in the hearts of my children. This is my harvest-their help in digging, watering and this large bowl of Ceylon Palak. It grows like a week and is easily propagated by planting the stem back after taking out the leaves … It’s a gift that keeps giving,” said Khanna, posting a pic of her bowl of spinach leaves from her garden. Image Credit: Instagram

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Juhi Chawla: While some actors have re-discovered the joys of cooking this lockdown, a few others have taken this time to bond with nature. Actress and producer Juhi Chawla is using the social distancing period to tend to her own organic vegetable garden. From planting seeds for a coriander and fenugreek bed to planting tomatoes, Chawla is seen in her element. Image Credit: Instagram

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