Actor Rajendra Chawla's Tribute to Farmers on Kisan Diwas
On National Farmers' Day, actor Rajendra Chawla from Lakshmi Niwas calls for respect and support for India's farmers. Read his heartfelt message and pledge to honor our annadatas.
On National Farmers' Day, actor Rajendra Chawla from Lakshmi Niwas calls for respect and support for India's farmers. Read his heartfelt message and pledge to honor our annadatas.
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