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The fourth international workshop was organised with the support of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, the main subject of which was Recent Advances in Agriculture for Self-Reliant India (RAASI-2024).

The workshop was attended by the Chief Guests Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), New Delhi Chairman Dr. Sanjay Kumar, as Chief Patron and University Chancellor Prof. B.R. Kamboj, while as distinguished guests, UAS Dharwad University Chancellor Dr. P.L. Patil and IGKV, Raipur University Chancellor Dr. Girish Chandel were present.

Chief Guest Dr. Sanjay Kumar said that the announcement to make India self-reliant was made in 2020, the main objective of which is to promote and enhance local products and encourage manufacturing in India, including the agricultural sector.

Agriculture can play an important role in fulfilling the resolution of 'Make in India' under this mission. Indian agriculture is now focusing not only on productivity and profitability but also on stability. By adopting new and modern technologies, farmers are increasing their crop production and contributing to making the country self-reliant,

he added.

Chief Patron and Chancellor of the University, Prof. B.R. Kamboj, said in his address that the agriculture sector will play a crucial role in making India self-reliant in the coming times. Agriculture has always been the backbone of our economy, providing livelihoods to millions and ensuring food security for our

vast population.
(editor@dailyworld.in)