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On December, 2011 in my 100th blog post I wrote: I was born in Tamil Nadu and had good education there until M.Phil (Bharathiar University - Environmental Sciences specializing in Environmental Physiology). Moved to USA to pursue Ph.D in Environmental Sciences. God gave me  privilege  to complete MS in Computer Science also. During this period I have traveled so many places and had vast experiences.  Acquired environmental knowledge from excellent people who were very knowledgeable in these fields and want to do something for Environment.  Even after several decades of independence and great rulers with future vision, Tamil Nadu state still have not lived up to its potential. We have best institutions - IIT, Anna University, REC, several other universities and best schools in India. But what has improved in these years of independence. We still have poverty, lots of pollution and environmental problems. For example - we have so many polluted areas where...

Water scarcity is rising at an alarming rate in certain parts of the world. Fresh water bodies that depend on rainfall are completely drying due to the fact that climatic conditions are constantly changing and weather patterns are being affected. Deforestation and Construction (River soil removal) have caused so many side effects. Drought can cause entire Nation to succumb. Just saw the news that at Tamilnadu (where I come from) there are no rains and water levels are deteriorating at an alarming rate. Soon people may even have tough time getting potable water. As an Environmental Scientist, my concern is What the government and scientists are doing to curb this water deficiency problem? Tamilnadu has hundreds of universities . Tamilnadu has thousands of colleges . These educational institutes have very intelligent students who are guided by intellectual and experienced professors.  Why are these universities not researching on alternate...

Tire manufacturing Industry is coming to Gangaikondan, Tirunelveli in near future. Commercial Vehicles Manufacturing Industry and Nokia spare parts manufacturing coming to Orakadam, Chennai very soon, Cuddalore - Petroleum Refinery & Ship building Industry, ThiruChopuram - Building Harbor for private sector , along with several other industries. These industries are good for the Economic development of the state. However the above areas: ISLANDS, CORAL REEFS, MANGROVE FORESTS, WETLANDS, and FORESTS are as important as the Economic development and are very sensitive Environments. Also these industries should consider effects on HUMAN HEALTH . Cuddalore is already a polluted and environmentally sensitive area. It has been affected by Tsunami.Mangrove forests have been helping the coastal areas from fierce force of cyclones. So, Mangrove forests are needed to protect the coastal areas. Even though these industries are vital for economic upliftment, these industries must conside...

Chennai Mayor has implemented a law to keep Chennai Environmentally clean. Fines have been assigned for each offense: Spitting, Garbage throwing, Animal Waste, Public Urination & Defecating etc. This has to be implemented strictly all over the country, so that one day India will become Clean & more Beautiful. As an Environmental Scientist from India, I always dreamed about this Clean & Environmentally Friendly India. One drawback is the poverty that India faces. Poor people should also have access to Proper Garbage Disposal and Proper Toilet Facilities. With India's growth (Great Dr. Abdul Kalam's dream is coming true. Now at least in Cricket - India has become a financial super power and even country such as Australia say that) and status improving, I think India can achieve this. Government should provide the necessary for the poor (Fundamental amenities, Education, Awareness & Training) without any hindrance, not only the city will be clean & En...