Kerala fishermen nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

MUMBAI: In a letter to the Chairperson of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor has recommended Kerala fishermen for the esteemed prize. He wrote, “Peace is more than the absence of conflict. It is about transcending social identities to embrace all of humanity as fraternity. The fisherfolk of Kerala displayed immense courage and saved hundreds of lives during the floods last year. Their selflessness must be lauded globally.” He continued, “They took their boats inland, and with their expert knowledge of the local conditions, their participation in the relief operations proved to be a game changer, as not only were they able to pick up stranded personnel in their vicinity but were also instrumental in guiding boats of other rescue teams amidst the swirling waters.”