ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) CENDECT, inaugurated a new District-Level Resource Centre and hosted a State Level Conference for women farmers and entrepreneurs in Theni, Tamil Nadu. The event celebrated the achievements of women farmers and aimed to provide additional resources to support their transition from traditional farming to entrepreneurship in horticulture.
Eminent dignitaries including Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, along with Mr. T. Thanga Tamilselvan, MP, Theni constituency, Tamil Nadu; Dr. V Geethalakshmi, Vice Chancellor, Tamil Nadu Agriculture University and R. V. Shajeevana, District Collector, Theni District, Tamil Nadu, amongst other dignitaries, graced the inauguration ceremony with their presence.
During the event, women farmers who have excelled in horticulture and value-added product creation were honored by the dignitaries, recognizing their resilience and innovative spirit.
Expressing his support, Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, stated, “Programs like these elevate rural communities and fortify our nation’s economic fabric by promoting women-led entrepreneurial ventures and self-reliance among women. This collaboration is a commendable step towards enabling women to thrive in both agriculture and business.”
Dr. P. Patchaimal, Chairman, CENDECT ICAR KVK, added, “We are pleased to launch this resource centre in partnership to uplift women in our communities. We believe that economic empowerment is a catalyst for sustainable development. This collaboration will create a positive ripple effect, driving meaningful change at the individual farm level and resonating throughout entire communities.”
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