Padur (Padoor)is a village in the Udupi district of Karnataka. It is best known for being one of the locations of the Indian strategic petroleum reserves.

Padur, a village in Karnataka, has been a victim of shortsightedness in government planning. The reckless destruction of its precious agricultural land is not only shortsighted but also environmentally devastating, contributing to global warming.

It's appalling that in Phase 1, numerous trees were indiscriminately cut down, causing irreversible harm to the local ecosystem. Now, with Phase 2 in progress, the government is further exacerbating the situation by disregarding the long-term benefits of preserving this fertile land for agriculture.

The land in Padur is a gem for farmers, with three productive seasons per year and a robust irrigation system that supports multiple crop cycles. Yet, the government seems determined to sacrifice this vital resource for temporary crude oil storage, which is unsustainable and ultimately contributes to environmental degradation.

Rather than destroying agricultural land, the government should invest in sustainable alternatives like bio gas and bio petrol. These alternatives can not only meet our energy needs but also promote agriculture, preserving the delicate balance of our environment and mitigating the effects of global warming.

It's imperative that we raise our voices against such shortsighted decisions and advocate for responsible land use that benefits both the present and future generations.