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Odisha CM Mohan Majhi performed the traditional Akhi Muthi Anukula ritual on Akshaya Tritiya, praying for a prosperous Kharif season. The state signed an MoU with the Gates Foundation to enhance farmers' income through sustainable agriculture. PM Modi and Amit Shah extended festive greetings, highlighting the festival's significance for prosperity and new beginnings. Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated for its auspicious timing, symbolizing eternal growth and success.

Key Points: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Performs Akhi Muthi Anukula on Akshaya Tritiya

  • CM Majhi performs Akhi Muthi Anukula ritual for prosperous harvest
  • Odisha partners with Gates Foundation for climate-smart farming
  • PM Modi and Amit Shah extend Akshaya Tritiya greetings
  • Festival marks new beginnings and agricultural prosperity
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Akshaya Tritiya: Odisha CM performs 'Akhi Muthi Anukula'

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi sows seeds for Kharif season, signs MoU with Gates Foundation to boost farmers' income on Akshaya Tritiya.

"The government remains committed to the welfare of agriculture and farmers. – CM Mohan Majhi"

Bhubaneshwar, April 30

Odisha Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, performed 'Akhi Muthi Anukula', the ceremonial act of sowing seeds in the paddy fields, on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya on Wednesday.

Extending heartfelt wishes, in a post on X, the CM Majhi wrote, "The government remains committed to the welfare of agriculture and farmers. May the monsoon rains in the coming Kharif season be favourable for agriculture, and may the state make further progress in the agricultural sector. This is my prayer to Lord Jagannath on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya."

Earlier in the day, the Government of Odisha signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gates Foundation to scale up farmers' income and promote inclusive agricultural transformation in Odisha.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. The MoU outlines a multi-year partnership focusing on technical support, research, and on-ground implementation of climate-smart agricultural practices.

Anchored by the Department of Agricultural and Farmers' Empowerment (DAFE) and the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department. This initiative will drive science-based, ground-level interventions for sustainable agricultural growth.

Furthermore, on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his greetings, wishing prosperity, success, and happiness to all citizens.

In a post shared on X, the Prime Minister wrote, "Infinite good wishes to all of you on Akshaya Tritiya. May this sacred festival dedicated to humanity bring success, prosperity, and happiness to everyone, and give new strength to the resolve of a developed India."

Additionally, Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his wishes. "Infinite best wishes for Akshaya Tritiya, the festival symbolising the confluence of nature and culture. I wish that this holy festival brings eternal virtue, good fortune and prosperity in everyone's life", Home Minister wrote.

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej or Akti, is a significant Hindu festival observed throughout the country. Celebrated on the third lunar day of the bright half of the month of Vaisakha, it is considered an auspicious day for beginning new ventures, buying gold, and making charitable donations.

In Sanskrit, the word "Akshaya" means "never diminishing." It is said that things that start on this day expand forever with fewer obstacles in their way, and that doing good deeds on this day will bring eternal success and fortune. The occasion is celebrated on the third day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaisakh. According to the Gregorian calendar, this day typically falls in April or May. It is on this day that both the sun and the moon are said to be at their planetary best alignment.

According to Hindu scriptures, Akshaya Tritiya also marks the start of the Kali Yuga and the end of the Dwapar yug.

- ANI

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Priya K.
Wonderful to see our CM participating in Akhi Muthi Anukula! Agriculture is the backbone of Odisha and India. The Gates Foundation partnership sounds promising - hope it brings real benefits to our farmers. Jai Jagannath! 🙏
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Rahul S.
While the MoU with Gates Foundation is good, I hope the government ensures the benefits reach small farmers and not just big landowners. We've seen many schemes fail at the implementation level. Fingers crossed for this one!
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Ananya M.
Akshaya Tritiya blessings to all! 🌾 My grandmother always said whatever you start today grows manifold. Great to see our leaders connecting tradition with development. Hope the climate-smart agriculture helps our farmers deal with unpredictable monsoons.
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Suresh P.
As someone from Odisha's farming community, I appreciate the symbolic gesture but we need more concrete actions - better MSP, irrigation facilities and protection from middlemen. The Gates partnership should focus on these practical issues.
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Meena R.
Beautiful to see our traditions being honored at the highest levels! Akshaya Tritiya reminds us of our connection with nature and agriculture. May Lord Jagannath bless our farmers with good harvests. The photos of the ceremony are so heartwarming ❤️
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Vikram J.
The timing of this agricultural MoU on Akshaya Tritiya seems well planned. Hope it brings 'akshaya' (never diminishing) benefits to our annadatas. But the government must ensure transparency in how foreign funds are utilized for this project.

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