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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Felicitates Farmers with ‘Plant Genome Saviour Awards’ at PPV&FRA Silver Jubilee Celebration

New Delhi, November 12, 2025: Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today honoured farmers from across India with the ‘Plant Genome Saviour Awards’ during a grand ceremony at the C. Subramaniam Hall, Pusa Campus, New Delhi. The event marked the Silver Jubilee of the Protection of Plant Varieties […]

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Shivraj Chouhan Holds ‘Gram Chaupal’ in Gorakhpur, Urges Farmers to Diversify Beyond Traditional Agriculture

Gorakhpur- Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development,  Shivraj Singh Chouhan, interacted directly with villagers during a ‘Gram Chaupal’ held in Dumri Khurd, Gorakhpur, on Saturday. The event saw enthusiastic participation from farmers, Self Help Group (SHG) members, and Panchayat representatives, who shared their experiences and concerns with the Minister. Addressing the […]

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Hails New GST Reforms as a “Historic Boost” for Farmers

New Delhi, Sept 9 – The Central Government’s latest GST reforms have been hailed as a game-changer for India’s agriculture and dairy sector. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan described the decision as “historic and revolutionary,” noting that the reduction in GST rates would directly benefit farmers, livestock owners, and rural communities. The move has […]

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