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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)
India Gazette
18-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Agriculture Ministry will work on the theme of 'One Nation-One Agriculture-One Team': Shivraj Singh Chouhan
New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Union Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chauhan on Sunday participated in the farmers' Convention Krishi Samvaad organised under the 'Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' in Nagpur, Maharashtra, and addressed the gathering, the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare said in a release. During this, Chauhan and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis felicitated progressive farmers who were doing excellent work in the agriculture sector and extended their best wishes. On this occasion, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan said that today, we are announcing 'One Nation, One Agriculture and One Team' from Maharashtra. Today, the central and State Governments, the Chief Minister, the Agriculture Minister, MPs, MLAs, senior scientists, and the entire staff of the Agriculture Department are present here. The Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Ministry, State Agriculture Ministry, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Krishi Vigyan Kendra and all agricultural institutes should work together as a team. Shivraj Singh said that if all the institutions are connected, targets are set, and roadmaps are made, then miracles can be made in agriculture. Shivraj Singh said that Maharashtra, the holy land of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is amazing. The farmers here are hardworking and progressive; they have infinite possibilities. While praising the Chief Minister, Union Minister Shivraj Singh said that he is constantly trying to transform the agricultural landscape and the fate of the farmers. Under the leadership of the Prime Minister, our farmers should become self-reliant, their income should increase, and for this, we all will work together as a team, he added. Another big announcement was made by Shivraj Singh Chauhan, who said that we are going to set up a national-level lab in Pune under the Clean Plant Program. This laboratory will be set up in Pune to conduct research on the original species of plants. Union Agriculture Minister announced this while interacting with the farmers of Vidarbha in the Krishi Samvad program organised under the Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan in Kavivarya Suresh Bhat Auditorium in Nagpur. Emphasising increasing agricultural production, Shivraj Singh said that the Clean Plant Program is being run to ensure pure and disease-free nurseries. To increase production, farmers should understand the need for good quality seeds, soil testing and reduction in production costs. During the event, Chouhan informed that ICAR has 113 institutes across the country, 11 of which are in Maharashtra. He announced that a meeting with heads of all ICAR institutes would be held at the National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning (NBSS & LUP) in Nagpur to chart the course for agricultural development in Maharashtra. The government is committed to bridging the gap between laboratories and farmlands. With 16,000 agricultural scientists under ICAR, scientists will visit villages as a team along with agricultural extension officers to educate farmers about new seed varieties and innovative farming practices. Chouhan further stated that during the 15-day campaign from May 29 to June 12, agricultural scientists will visit villages to guide farmers on sustainable farming practices and plan for the Kharif season. On this occasion, Shivraj Singh said that our Prime Minister Narendra Modi is dedicated to taking the country forward. PM Modi's goal is to build a glorious, powerful, prosperous, rich and developed India. Chouhan, along with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, inaugurated the National Soil Spectral Library, which includes data on soil pH Value, density, and elemental composition collected using hyperspectral sensor technology by NBSS & LUP. With this inauguration, Maharashtra became the first state to have a soil map. Additionally, Chouhan launched an AI-based Smart Trap technology for managing the pink bollworm pest affecting cotton crops. This technology will alert farmers about pest infestations in their crops. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis provided details about the Wainganga-Nalganga River Linking Project, which will enhance irrigation capacity in Vidarbha. He clarified that the state government will fully cooperate with the inclusive policy outlined by Shivraj Singh Chouhan for the entire nation. State Agriculture Minister Adv. Manikrao Kokate noted that labour shortages for cotton picking have become a challenge. Research and development are underway for battery-operated small tractors, and if successful, the results will be presented to the Agriculture Ministry. During the event, farmers from the Nagpur division excelling in natural farming, organic farming, and farmer-producer organisations were felicitated by the Union Agriculture Minister and the Chief Minister. The program saw a large attendance of farmers and agricultural officers from the Nagpur division. (ANI)
The Hindu
18-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Time has come for ‘One Nation-One Vote' , says Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan
Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chauhan said the time has come for the country to go for simultaneous elections to both the Parliament and State Assemblies through the proposed 'One Nation-One Vote' saving time and money for the country's development. Addressing a nationwide national awareness campaign for intellectuals here on Sunday on a virtual mode from Nagpur, Mr. Chouhan said the idea of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to have a single election is very 'progressive' and said the latter always puts the nation first before the party. The Minister stated that the recent general elections cost ₹1.35 lakh crore and including the polls to various Assemblies as well as expenditure of the candidates could be to the tune of ₹7 lakh crore. Apart from such a huge cost, frequent polls is leading to policy paralysis, political instability, to works and other economic activity due to the model code of conduct, he said. His cabinet colleague, Union Minister of Coal & Mines and Telangana BJP president G. Kishan Reddy too echoed his sentiments and claimed that frequent elections have become a stumbling block for the country's development and progress. 'The Modi government alone can take up big step reforms like it did in bringing out the GST, abrogation of Article 370, new criminal act and CAA. Similarly, it can bring about the 'One Nation-One Vote'. But, there is a need to sensitise people about the need and bring pressure on political parties for the same for the sake of the future generations,' he said. National convenor for the campaign Anil Antony claimed that an overwhelming majority have already supported the initiative already as it helps in the economic progress of the country. If any State government falls during the five-year period, the next government formed in a mid-term poll will be in power for rest of the period only, he said. BJP national general secretary Sunil Bansal, state convenor N. Ramchander Rao, MP Konda Viveswara Reddy, Bar Council of Telangana president A. Narasimha Reddy and others participated.
New Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Farmers' body urges Centre to utilise Indus River water to tackle irrigation woes in North India
NEW DELHI: The farmers' organisation Bhartiya Kisan Union (Non-political) has urged Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, to initiate discussions with farmers from Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Western Uttar Pradesh on the utilisation of the water from the Indus River Basin to address regional water shortages. In its letter to Chauhan, the Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) called for rectifying the mistake made by the previous government regarding the agreement with Pakistan. 'It's time to correct the errors of previous governments concerning the Indus Water Treaty, which favours Pakistan over Indian farmers,' stated Dharmendra Mallik, spokesperson for BKU (Non-political). Previously, many farmers' leaders supported the Indian government's decision to keep the treaty in abeyance or temporarily suspend it while demanding a review of its terms. The 65-year-old treaty was suspended by India following the terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which resulted in the deaths of 26 people. This attack prompted India to carry out precision strikes targeting terror camps deep within Pakistan.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Mizoram agri practices linked to tribal life: Min
Aizawl: Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan highlighted on Thursday that Mizoram's agricultural practices are fundamentally connected to its tribal communities' way of life. During the inauguration of the College of Horticulture's administrative-academic building in Thenzawl, Serchhip district, Chauhan said the state's primary horticultural produce — including passion fruit, mandarin orange, banana, mango, pineapple, dragon fruit, cabbage, tomato, brinjal, chow-chow, ginger, turmeric, and chili — are ideally suited to the region's environmental conditions. He expressed concern that despite abundant rainfall, the state currently utilises only 4.5% of its cultivable land, with most cultivation occurring in mountainous regions. "Additionally, oil palm cultivation is emerging as an innovative agricultural activity in the state. In the year 2021–22, agriculture and allied sectors contributed Rs. 6,13,716 lakh to the state's Gross Domestic Product, reflecting the central role of agriculture in Mizoram's economy," he said. CM Lalduhoma, speaking at the event, praised the College of Horticulture, Thenzawl's development since 2016 into a centre of excellence. He emphasised that the college, situated in one of Mizoram's most significant locations, provides comprehensive education combining academic excellence with practical application. He noted that the BSc (Hons) in horticulture programme, following ICAR's 5th Dean Committee recommendations, prepares students for leadership roles in horticulture.
