30th December 2024: Krishna Chandra Nag, a farmer from Golamunda block in Odisha’s Kalahandi district, received recognition from Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the latest edition of the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. The Prime Minister praised Nag’s efforts in adopting modern farming methods and contributing to self-reliance in his community.
Odisha’s Kalahandi has become a vegetable hub. Farmers formed an FPO and embraced modern farming methods.#MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/n5chmvp9to
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 29, 2024
PM Modi praised the vegetable revolution in Kalahandi, Odisha, highlighting Nag’s success as part of this larger movement. Nag, who grows tomatoes and various vegetables using advanced agricultural techniques, has not only enhanced his farm’s productivity but also created jobs for over 100 local farmers. His work has become a model of how modern farming practices can uplift local economies and empower rural communities.
PM Modi acknowledged Nag’s role in fostering employment opportunities and improving the livelihoods of others through his innovative approach to agriculture. The recognition serves as an inspiration to others in the region and across the country, showing how agriculture can drive growth, sustainability, and economic progress in rural areas.
Krishna Chandra Nag’s success highlights the potential for modern farming to transform local economies and improve the lives of farmers and their communities.
