Bollywood action hero Akshay Kumar stole the spotlight at BMC’s Pushp Utsav in Mumbai, delivering a powerful message on environmental conservation. Joined by Mumbai BJP chief Amit Satam, BMC head Bhushan Gagrani, and producer Ashok Pandit, the event at Pushpak Nursery Park showcased stunning floral arrangements amid the city’s hustle.
In his address, Akshay drew a striking comparison: ‘People guard their phones zealously, but nature deserves equal vigilance.’ He painted a vivid picture of Mumbai’s frenzy – commuters rushing to meetings, professionals chasing deadlines, actors heading to sets, and families yearning for quality time.
Humorously rebranding the event as ‘Mumbai Clean League’ or MCL – a nod to cricket fans’ IPL passion – Akshay pushed for biannual flower shows. ‘In this fast-paced life, pauses are priceless,’ he said. The blooms on display, he noted, whisper lessons of serenity, crucial for countering everyday tensions.
Opening up about his own routine, the superstar revealed winding down post-6 PM despite a packed schedule. ‘No matter how busy, health must come first,’ he stressed, positioning rest as non-negotiable.
Ashok Pandit shed light on the park’s renaissance. Previously neglected and plagued by unruly crowds, it was revitalized through BMC and legislative intervention, now thriving as a safe space for floral exhibitions that draw crowds annually.
Akshay wrapped up by underscoring nature’s selfless generosity. ‘It sustains us endlessly; we must reciprocate.’ The Pushp Utsav not only beautifies Mumbai but also amplifies calls for sustainable living in urban India.