Suttur, October 15, 2022: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra marked the National Women Farmers Day by organizing a program at its premises in Suttur, Nanjangud Taluk, aimed at raising awareness about the crucial role and participation of women farmers in agriculture.
The event included the felicitation of Smt. Mahalakshmi Prabhakar, a progressive farmer from B.C. Halli Village, Bannur Hobli, T. Narasipura Taluk. Smt. Mahalakshmi, who has been involved in dairy farming for 18 years, shared her success story and emphasized the potential for women farmers to become self-reliant through dairy farming. She highlighted her own achievements, including owning 18 cows and producing 160 to 180 liters of milk daily.
Sri D.T. Venkatesh, a Financial Literacy expert from SBI, provided insights into various life insurance schemes offered by the Government of India, such as the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana. He encouraged women farmers to obtain E-Shram cards to access additional benefits.
Smt. H.V. Divya, Senior Scientist and Incharge Head of ICAR JSS KVK, delivered a presidential address, recognizing the vital role women play in agriculture and their equal contribution alongside men. She emphasized the empowerment of women and the objective of encouraging more women to actively engage in agricultural activities.
The program witnessed the participation of over 45 women farmers, including progressive farmers Madappa and Basavanna from Ayarahalli Village, Narayan from Bannuru, as well as women members of the Kalmahalli, Jeemarahalli, Sonahalli Villages Milk Producers’ Cooperative Societies, and members of the Dhaan Foundation.