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India Gazette
29-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Agricultural Sankalp Campaign is important initiative to promote self reliance of farmers: CM Bhupendra Patel
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], May 29 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, in a statewide launch of the Agricultural Sankalp Campaign on Thursday, said that this developed agricultural resolution campaign would be an important initiative to promote self-reliance and indigenous farmers by increasing agricultural production. He said that under the inspiration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the farmers of the country used the time-consuming technology in agriculture, working in the direction of revolutionary change in agriculture by working in the united efforts of value addition, farm mechanism, natural farming is going to happen. The campaign has been initiated by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare of the Government of India, in collaboration with scientists of ICAR and agricultural science centers, and agricultural universities. It is being held across the country from May 7 to June 7, according to a release. CM Patel started the campaign in Gujarat with Anand Krishi University. Under this campaign, there has been widespread planning to reach more than 1.5 lakh farmers through 4 clusters of 5 talukas. During this campaign, scientists, agricultural experts, agricultural department officials and local progressive farmers are visiting villages. During this visit, farmers will be given agricultural information about natural agriculture, modern and watercolor transformation, new modified seeds, nano fertilizers, the use of soil health cards as well as the use of fertilizers. In addition, farmers will also be informed about the farmers' benefit assistance schemes of the central and state government. The Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare of the State Government has intensified to cover more than three and a half lakh farmers under the campaign, with more than 3,000 farmers from the villages. CM Patel described the campaign as an opportunity for the farmers of the state, adding that the use of nano urea and drone technology can be used in agriculture with the best use of modern technology and science by recognizing the demand for new inventions and science in the field of agriculture. 'If there is a political will of the farmer and agricultural sector and rural life, then what can be changed, PM Modi has proved by providing adequate water and Narmada water for irrigation. He also adopted an approach to the state government by giving the state government to all the understanding of which crops can be taken in their fields, how to get more cost by paying value editions,' the Chief Minister added. The Chief Minister said that agricultural benefits such as Soil Health Card, Lab to Land, Animal Health Fair have met Gujarat with visionary leadership and unique vision of Gujarat, as a result of all this, from 2001 to 2014, when the agricultural growth rate of Gujarat was only 3 percent, The growth rate was growing at double digits. The Chief Minister congratulated the Prime Minister's leadership and the army personnel of the country for the success of Operation Sindoor, saying that as the security of the country is handled with the army, the farmers provide the food security of the country. The Chief Minister also expressed confidence that the farmers of Gujarat will be at the forefront of this developed agricultural resolve campaign for developed India@2047. The Chief Minister also distributed various assistance kits to the farmers on the beginning of the campaign. Dr Manish Das Director of Indian Council Agriculture Research gave detailed information about the ICAR efforts to eliminate the challenges of farmers in the agriculture sector in his occasional address. In addition, he said that this department would provide a new dimension developed by this department to fulfill the vision of the Prime Minister's Lab to Land's vision to the farmers of the state. 'Through this campaign, ICAR of the challenges of farmers in their farming attempts will be made by the scientists to reconcile,' he said confidently. Speaking on the occasion, Vice -Chancellor of Anand Agricultural University, KB Kathria said, 'The developed agricultural resolution campaign is a campaign for mutual education for farmers and scientists.' (ANI)
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Union min to launch nationwide agri campaign from Puri today
1 2 Bhubaneswar: Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' from Puri on Thursday, marking the beginning of an ambitious nationwide agricultural development initiative. The 15-day campaign, running from May 29 to June 12, aims to reach around 1.5 crore farmers in more than 700 districts and 65,000 villages. The programme will deploy 2,170 teams to implement Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's 'Lab to Land' vision for agricultural advancement. "This campaign will focus on introducing modern farming technologies, promoting government schemes, and emphasising soil health and natural farming practices," Chouhan announced on a social media post after arriving in Odisha on Wednesday evening. Following the Puri launch, the agriculture minister will embark on a tour covering nearly 20 states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat and Maharashtra, as well as Jammu and Kashmir to engage directly with farmers and agricultural scientists. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the ministry of agriculture and farmers' welfare will spearhead the campaign in collaboration with state govts. The initiative will utilise the network of 731 Krishi Vigyan Kendras and 113 ICAR institutes, alongside state agriculture departments. Key objectives include education on region-specific kharif crop technologies, promotion of govt agricultural schemes, guidance on soil health card utilisation and collection of farmer feedback for research direction, ICAR sources said. The campaign brings together various stakeholders, including officials from horticulture, animal husbandry and fisheries departments, along with progressive farmers, to advance the goal of agricultural development in line with the vision of a developed India.
India Gazette
19-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan: Shivraj Singh Chouhan holds meeting with State Agriculture Ministers
New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Central Government is taking consistent and decisive steps to make the agricultural sector self-reliant, modern, and prosperous. In line with this commitment, a significant virtual meeting was held today under the chairmanship of Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan, attended by agriculture ministers from across the country and Delhi Government's Development Minister Kapil Mishra, Office of the Minister of Development, Delhi Government said in a press release. The primary objective of the meeting was to review preparations and ensure coordination for the upcoming 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan.' This nationwide campaign will be conducted from May 29 to June 12, 2025, with the goal of delivering modern techniques, scientific knowledge, and welfare schemes of both the Central and state governments to farmers. The campaign is a crucial step toward realising the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, encapsulated in the concepts of 'Lab to Land' and 'Viksit Bharat 2047.' In Delhi, the campaign will cover 87 villages and include 36 programs. Delhi's Development Minister Kapil Mishra extended full support to the initiative, stating, 'Special emphasis will be placed on the implementation of Central and Delhi Government schemes in Delhi to enhance the production and productivity of Kharif crops, ensuring farmers receive fair prices for their produce. Through these programs, natural farming will also be promoted under the National Mission on Natural Farming Scheme, with a particular focus on improving soil fertility and health.' Kapil Mishra issued several directives to Delhi Government officials, including improving farmer outreach and strengthening awareness about Kharif crop management and productivity enhancement. This nationwide campaign will be implemented across more than 65,000 villages in 723 districts of the country, engaging directly with over 1.30 crore farmers. Scientists from ICAR, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, state agriculture departments, agricultural universities, and innovation-focused institutions will unite as a single team to work toward the goal of advanced agriculture and prosperous farmers. Reiterating the spirit of 'One Nation, One Agriculture, One Team,' Shivraj Singh Chauhan said during the meeting, 'This program is not a mere formality; it is a grand endeavour to bring prosperity to the lives of farmers. This campaign embodies the spirit of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, and Sabka Prayas,' aiming to transform the agricultural landscape and the destiny of farmers. It will work miracles in agriculture, changing both the fortunes of farmers and the face of the sector. I urge everyone to join this revolutionary campaign and contribute to building a developed agriculture for a Viksit Bharat.' During the meeting, agriculture ministers and officials from various states provided their suggestions on the structure of the campaign, and the Union Minister assured their inclusion. Emphasis was placed on collective efforts to make this campaign more people-centric, impactful, and inclusive. (ANI)
