National Farmers’ Day celebrations, banana value-addition training, and distribution of tools to TSP farmers organized at ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur, to promote sustainable agriculture and farmer empowerment.
Suttur, December 24, 2025: National Farmers’ Day was observed at the ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Suttur, with the live telecast of Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s address, along with the organisation of an Animal Health Camp.
Speaking on the occasion, Senior Scientist and Head of ICAR JSS KVK, Dr. B.N. Gyanesh, said that Farmers’ Day is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh. He briefed the farmers about the 125-day employment opportunity guarantee scheme and explained the key features of the Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Grameen) Act, 2025. He urged farmers to make effective use of these schemes for their economic development.
As part of the programme, an Animal Health Camp was organised at Basavanapura village in Nanjangud taluk in collaboration with the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services. Dr. B.N. Gnanesh highlighted that cattle form the backbone of farmers’ livelihoods and that sustained income generation is possible through healthy livestock. He emphasised the importance of maintaining cattle health for long-term financial stability. During the camp, Animal Science subject expert Dr. U.M. Rakshitraj and veterinary department staff administered medicines and vaccinations to more than 85 cattle.
In connection with the Farmers’ Day celebrations, progressive farmers including Mrs. Ashwini of Durgagram, Mrs. Bindu R. Swamy of Mysuru, Shri Siddappa and Shri Prabhuswamy of Hoskote village, Shri Raghunandan of Chatnahalli village, Smt. Suma Nagaraju of K. Belthur village and Shri K.M. Raju of Karanakuppe village were felicitated in recognition of their contributions.
To promote entrepreneurship and economic self-reliance among women, ICAR JSS KVK, Suttur, provided a banana chips-making machine, a sealing machine and a weighing machine to the Sri Chandramouleshwara Women Producers’ Association.
Farmers, officials and staff members participated in the programme and made the National Farmers’ Day celebrations meaningful.
