BJP MP Tejasvi Surya called flower bouquets a “national waste,” prompting backlash from the South India Floriculture Association. They argue his statement undermines the hard work of floriculture farmers in Karnataka, affecting their livelihood. The sector supports over 52 lakh people, and flower cultivation is deeply rooted in cultural traditions, emphasizing the importance of natural flowers in ceremonies.‘Bouquets are not national waste’: Tejasvi Surya’s wedding request sparks backlash from flower vendors
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya called flower bouquets a “national waste,” prompting backlash from the South India Floriculture Association. They argue his statement undermines the hard work of floriculture farmers in Karnataka, affecting their livelihood. The sector supports over 52 lakh people, and flower cultivation is deeply rooted in cultural traditions, emphasizing the importance of natural flowers in ceremonies.
