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Haryana CM Nayab Saini inaugurates 3-day Krishi Darshan Exhibition in Hisar

Custom Hiring Center to open at the Institute, enabling small and marginal farmers to get agricultural machinery on rent

Babushahi Bureau

Chandigarh, February 15, 2025 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that starting today, CMVR (Central Motor Vehicles Rules) certification for agricultural tractors will be issued by the Northern Region Farm Machinery Training and Testing Institute in Hisar.

This initiative will directly benefit manufacturers in the agriculture sector across North India. In addition, a Custom Hiring Centre is also being inaugurated at the institute, where small and marginal farmers can rent agricultural machinery, such as rotavators, super seeders, land levellers, ploughs, and trolleys. This will enable farmers to use advanced equipment on their fields, enhancing productivity.

The Chief Minister was addressing the farmers and others involved in the agriculture sector after inaugurating the three-day Krishi Darshan Exhibition, organized by Agri India Exhibition, Karnal, at the Northern Region Farm Machinery Training and Testing Institute in Hisar today.

He highlighted that this exhibition will play a key role in boosting the Haryana Government's agricultural mechanization efforts and in providing farmers with valuable insights into advanced agricultural techniques.

Referring to the slogan "Jai Jawan-Jai Kisan," Sh Nayab Singh Saini recalled how former Prime Minister Sh. Atal Bihari Vajpayee had expanded it to "Jai Jawan-Jai Kisan-Jai Vigyan," and how Prime Minister Sh  Narendra Modi has further extended it to "Jai Jawan-Jai Kisan-Jai Vigyan-Jai Anusandhan."

The Chief Minister urged agricultural machinery manufacturers to create such affordable equipment's that addresses the specific needs of farmers. Emphasizing the importance of innovation, he said that this work can be done by agricultural engineers and manufacturers.

The Chief Minister also encouraged farmers to take full advantage of both Central and State Government schemes by prioritizing new technologies, improved seeds, and organic farming practices.

Given the declining water levels, he urged farmers to focus on water conservation and shift towards sprinkler and drip irrigation systems. He highlighted that the state government is offering subsidies of 70% to 80% on these schemes.

He further said that the state government aims to ensure maximum participation from farmers in making Haryana a prosperous, modern, and progressive state.

"Our goal is to make every farmer prosperous, self-reliant, and to ensure they reap the full benefits of their hard work," he said.

The Chief Minister pointed out that numerous welfare schemes for farmers are being implemented under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi. He compared the situation before 2014 when the Congress government had allocated only Rs 1,155 crore for crop loss compensation, whereas the current state government has provided Rs 13,500 crore to Haryana farmers as compensation from 2014 to 2025, aiming to strengthen and support them. He also said that prior to 2014, the agriculture budget of the central government was Rs 25,000 crore, which has now increased to Rs 1,25,000 crore under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi.

Developed Haryana, Developed India Can only be achieved through farmers' hard work and modern technology

Nayab Singh Saini said that the progress of farmers and the modernization of the agriculture sector are very important. He stated that the goal of transforming Haryana into a developed state and contributing to a developed India can only be achieved through the hard work of farmers and the adoption of modern technology.

As a farmer’s son, he deeply understands the importance of modern machines and techniques, adding that they not only make agricultural work easier but also reduce production costs.

He further said that the agriculture sector is undergoing unprecedented changes in the 21st century. Today, through advanced technologies, farmers can both increase yields and lower costs. The use of drone technology, sensors, and artificial intelligence has revolutionized farming. Drones allow farmers to monitor fields, and spray fertilizers and pesticides more efficiently. Sensors can measure soil moisture, temperature, and nutrient levels, enabling farmers to irrigate and fertilize as needed, ultimately saving water and fertilizers while boosting production.

*Government, agricultural scientists and farmers to make joint efforts to deal with the challenges of agriculture sector*

Sh Nayab Singh Saini acknowledged the new challenges facing the agriculture sector due to changing times. He highlighted the shrinking land holdings, declining groundwater levels, and the adverse effects of climate change on crops, all of which have led to increased dependence on chemical fertilizers and pesticides to boost agricultural production. He said that addressing these challenges requires collective efforts from the government, agricultural scientists, and farmers.

He also mentioned that the Haryana government is implementing special schemes to provide farmers with tractors, harvesters, and other essential agricultural equipment. In addition, a plan is being developed to offer machinery on rent to small farmers, helping them achieve higher production at lower costs. The Chief Minister stressed the government’s focus on stubble management, and said that farmers have been incentivized with approximately Rs 1,213 crore for crop residue management equipment.

He further assured that the government is committed to increasing farmers' income. Haryana is the first state where all crops are being purchased at MSP (Minimum Support Price). In terms of welfare initiatives, he shared that the state government has transferred Rs 1,25,000 crore directly to the accounts of 12 lakh farmers for crop purchases. If the farmers are not paid within 72 hours, the government pays with interest. For the delay in payment, farmers have been given interest of about Rs 7 crore.

*Many schemes launched for the welfare of farmers under the leadership of Prime Minister - Ranbir Gangwa*

Public Works (Buildings and Roads) Minister, Sh Ranbir Gangwa said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, the Central Government has launched numerous schemes to promote agriculture and improve the welfare of farmers, ultimately aiming to increase their income. He said that, under the guidance of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana has become the first state where all crops are being purchased at MSP (Minimum Support Price).

 Gangwa praised agricultural scientists and farmers, acknowledging their crucial role in making India self-sufficient in food grains and enabling exports. He further congratulated the team at the Northern Region Agricultural Machinery Training and Testing Institute for organizing the Krishi Darshan Exhibition, emphasizing that the exhibition would provide farmers with valuable information on new technologies. He expressed confidence that the adoption of these technologies would lead to increased productivity.

MLAs Randhir Panihar, Vinod Bhyana, Joint Secretary Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, S. Rukmani, Director Agricultural Machinery Training and Testing Institute, Dr. Mukesh Jain, and the Vice Chancellor of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Prof. B. R. Kamboj, along with a large number of farmers were also present on this occasion.