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Verghese Kurien 4 I 
Too Had A Dream
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Verghese Kurien 4 I 
Too Had A Dream
I n t r o d u c t i o n
A letter from a grandfather to his grandson, 
sharing life lessons, values, and the journey 
of building a nation through service to 
farmers. This presentation explores the 
wisdom of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the man 
behind India's White Revolution and the 
Amul cooperative movement.
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Verghese Kurien 4 I 
Too Had A Dream
I n t r o d u c t i o n
A letter from a grandfather to his grandson, 
sharing life lessons, values, and the journey 
of building a nation through service to 
farmers. This presentation explores the 
wisdom of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the man 
behind India's White Revolution and the 
Amul cooperative movement.
TO MY GRANDSON
A personal letter from Dr. Kurien to his 
grandson Siddharth, reflecting on the value 
of written communication in a world of 
instant gratification. Unlike fleeting 
telephone conversations, letters become 
treasured possessions that can be revisited 
over the years with abiding pleasure.
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Verghese Kurien 4 I 
Too Had A Dream
I n t r o d u c t i o n
A letter from a grandfather to his grandson, 
sharing life lessons, values, and the journey 
of building a nation through service to 
farmers. This presentation explores the 
wisdom of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the man 
behind India's White Revolution and the 
Amul cooperative movement.
TO MY GRANDSON
A personal letter from Dr. Kurien to his 
grandson Siddharth, reflecting on the value 
of written communication in a world of 
instant gratification. Unlike fleeting 
telephone conversations, letters become 
treasured possessions that can be revisited 
over the years with abiding pleasure.
The Value of Written Words
"Writing even if it is a letter4not only conveys our present concerns and 
views of the events taking place around us but it becomes a possession that 
can be treasured and re-read over the years, with great, abiding pleasure."
Dr. Kurien reflects on how we've become a d d i c t e d to instant communication, 
preferring telephones for their immediate but f l e e t i n g joy. In contrast, written 
words endure as treasures that can be revisited decades later.
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Verghese Kurien 4 I 
Too Had A Dream
I n t r o d u c t i o n
A letter from a grandfather to his grandson, 
sharing life lessons, values, and the journey 
of building a nation through service to 
farmers. This presentation explores the 
wisdom of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the man 
behind India's White Revolution and the 
Amul cooperative movement.
TO MY GRANDSON
A personal letter from Dr. Kurien to his 
grandson Siddharth, reflecting on the value 
of written communication in a world of 
instant gratification. Unlike fleeting 
telephone conversations, letters become 
treasured possessions that can be revisited 
over the years with abiding pleasure.
The Value of Written Words
"Writing even if it is a letter4not only conveys our present concerns and 
views of the events taking place around us but it becomes a possession that 
can be treasured and re-read over the years, with great, abiding pleasure."
Dr. Kurien reflects on how we've become a d d i c t e d to instant communication, 
preferring telephones for their immediate but f l e e t i n g joy. In contrast, written 
words endure as treasures that can be revisited decades later.
A Legacy for Future Generations
Preserving History
These jottings will 
provide Siddharth with 
a deeper understanding 
of his grandfather's life 
choices and reasons for 
pursuing service to 
farmers.
Time Capsule
The letter serves as a 
valuable reminder of the 
world at the turn of the 
21st century, capturing 
a moment in history.
Intergenerational 
Connection
Siddharth may share 
these memories with 
younger generations, 
providing a glimpse into 
the world his 
grandparents knew.