Banaskantha: The Gujarat state government is hosting the Ravi Krishi Mahotsav-2024 on December 6 and 7 to introduce farmers to modern agricultural methods, technologies, and innovative practices. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Agriculture Minister Raghavji Patel inaugurated the statewide event at Dantiwada Agricultural University in Banaskantha district earlier today.

In an X post, the Chief Minister said, “Today is a very important day for the economic progress and welfare of Gujarat’s farmer families. From Dantiwada in the Banaskantha district, the state-wide launch of Ravi Krishi Mahotsav 2024 was inaugurated. This Mahotsav is being held in 247 talukas across Gujarat, benefiting thousands of farmers in the state. Under this Mahotsav, agricultural dialogues covering topics such as agricultural exhibitions, organic farming, value addition in horticulture crops, distribution of awards to progressive farmers, animal health fairs, and visits to model farms will take place in every taluka of Gujarat. Farmers will also be informed about the scientific methods of Ravi crop production and various welfare-orientated schemes for farmers. I particularly urge farmers to take full advantage of this agricultural festival.”

ગુજરાતના ખેડૂત પરિવારોની આર્થિક ઉત્કર્ષ અને સુખાકારી માટે આજનો દિવસ ખૂબ મહત્ત્વનો છે.

બનાસકાંઠા જિલ્લાના દાંતીવાડા ખાતેથી રાજ્યવ્યાપી રવિ કૃષિ મહોત્સવ 2024 નો શુભારંભ કરાવ્યો. ગુજરાતના 247 જેટલા તાલુકાઓમાં આ મહોત્સવ યોજાઈ રહ્યો છે, જેનો લાભ રાજ્યના હજારો ખેડૂતોને મળશે.

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— Bhupendra Patel (@Bhupendrapbjp) December 6, 2024

District-level events were launched by various ministers, members of Parliament, members of the Legislative Assembly, and other notable guests. Over 2.5 lakh farmers are expected to participate statewide.

On this occasion, a booklet showcasing the various schemes of the agriculture department was also released. The tradition of honouring farmers who have increased crop production with their unique expertise through the Sardar Patel Agricultural Research Award was initiated by PM Modi. Continuing this tradition, 12 progressive farmers from the state were honoured with awards for their exemplary work, and they were also provided with the benefits of various welfare schemes for farmers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the Krishi Mahotsav in 2005 to facilitate direct interaction between farmers, agricultural scientists, and experts. The initiative addresses farmers’ challenges, offers guidance, introduces advanced farming techniques, and tailors research to farmers’ needs.

The two-day event will feature technical seminars, demonstrations on natural farming, exhibitions of modern agricultural technologies, visits to natural farming model farms, and Pashu Arogya Camps (animal health camps). Experts from agricultural universities will offer insights on a range of topics, including natural and sustainable farming, value addition in crops, mixed farming, precision farming, modern techniques, millet crop value addition, and animal husbandry practices. Area-specific crop guidance sessions and a platform for farmers’ queries will also be available throughout the event.

At the inauguration of Ravi Krishi Mahotsav 2024 in Dantiwada, an agricultural exhibition was opened. Stalls showcasing modern agricultural technology, innovations, organic farming produce, and various agricultural topics were set up, providing valuable information. While sharing pictures of the exhibitions organised under the Kisan Mahotsav, the CM urged people to visit, calling it “very beneficial to farmers.” DeshGujarat

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