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J-K: Union Min Shivraj Chouhan visits SKUAST-K horticulture gardens; holds stakeholder meeting on agriculture, allied sectors
Srinagar, July 5: Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, visited the horticulture research and demonstration blocks of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Shalimar.
I urge people to visit Kashmir without fear, says Shivraj Chouhan
Srinagar, July 4: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday urged people to visit Kashmir without any fear as locals are "full of love and warmth" for visitors.
Shivraj Chouhan warns of strict action against makers of fake fertilizers
New Delhi/Jaipur, June 27: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday issued a stern warning to those involved in the manufacture and sale of fake or substandard fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides.
Centre announces compensation for K'taka mango farmers; Union Minister Joshi thanks PM Modi
Bengaluru, June 22: The Central government has announced the compensation under the 'Price Deficiency Payment Scheme' (PDPS) for mango farmers from Karnataka who are reeling under distress following crash in mango prices.
Agricultural scientists to spend 3 days a week in farm fields: Shivraj Chouhan
New Delhi, June 18: Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Wednesday that the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan has achieved widespread success across the country and would continue as a sustained movement to modernise Indian agriculture and enhance farmers' prosperity through direct field-level engagement.
HM Shah stresses discipline, ideological clarity at BJP's high-level training camp in Pachmarhi
Pachmarhi, June 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Bharatiya Janata Party’s three-day training camp in Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh on Saturday, addressing a gathering of over 200 party MPs, MLAs, ministers, and senior functionaries.
Will be happy if Mohan Yadav as CM performs better than me: Shivraj Chouhan
Bhopal, June 7: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday reiterated complete support and cooperation to Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, saying he believes that his successor would do a better job than him for the growth of the state.
On 5th day of 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan', Shivraj Chouhan meets farmers of Bihar
New Delhi, June 2: As part of the ongoing ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, on the fifth day of the campaign, interacted with farmers at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Piprakothi, East Champaran, Bihar.
Shivraj Chouhan to set out on 2-day 'Padyatra' in MP's Vidisha from tomorrow
Bhopal, May 24: Veteran BJP leader and Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is set to embark on another "padyatra" -- a foot march, in his Lok Sabha constituency Vidisha, from Sunday (May 25).
Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan to embark on another padyatra
Bhopal, May 22: On May 25, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, former Madhya Pradesh chief minister and current Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister, is set to embark on another “padyatra” -- a foot march dedicated to interacting with farmers and evaluating the impact of government schemes.
Agri research needs practical approach, says Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan
New Delhi, May 20: Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan underscored the importance of reality-driven agriculture work, saying that its benefits must reach those who toil in the field.
India's foodgrain production rises by 106 lakh tonnes in FY25, hits 1,663.91 lakh tonnes: Agri Minister Shivraj Chouhan
New Delhi, May 19: India's total foodgrain production in the financial year 2024-25 increased by over 106 lakh tonnes, reaching 1,663.91 lakh tonnes, up from the previous year's output, said Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday
Will work on 'One Nation-One Agriculture-One Team': Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan
Nagpur, May 18: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan on Sunday participated in the farmers' Convention -- Krishi Samvaad organised under the 'Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
Centre opens Soil Library to boost Maharashtra farm sector; Clean Plant Lab to be set up in Pune soon
Nagpur, May 18: Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday inaugurated the National Soil Spectral Library here, making Maharashtra the first state to have a soil map. The library includes data on soil pH Value, density and elemental composition collected using hyperspectral sensor technology by the National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning here.
Agriculture Ministry will work on the theme of 'One Nation-One Agriculture-One Team': Shivraj Singh Chouhan
New Delhi, May 18: Union Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chauhan on Sunday participated in the farmers' Convention Krishi Samvaad organised under the 'Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' in Nagpur, Maharashtra, and addressed the gathering, the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare said in a release.
Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan sanctions 3.76 lakh additional houses under PMAY-G for Assam
Guwahati, May 18: In a significant milestone for rural development in Assam, Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan along with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attended the virtual Grihapravesh ceremony of 55,000 houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G) in Guwahati.
Assam: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visits Hatikhulli tea estate
Golaghat, May 16: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan during his visit to the Hatikhuili Tea estate located in Bokakhat of Golaghat district in Assam applauded the workers at the estate for their hard work, dedication and commitment.
'PMAY is restoring dignity to poor': Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan leads housing drive in Chhattisgarh's Ambikapur
Ambikapur, May 13: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday participated in the ‘Mor Awas Mor Adhikar’ programme held in Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh.
This achievement will be written in golden letters: Shivraj Chouhan on launch of two genome-edited rice varieties
New Delhi, May 5: Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the development of two genome-edited rice varieties in India, at Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, NASC Complex in Delhi.
To relieve pain of farmers is my foremost duty: Vice President Dhankhar
New Delhi, May 4: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday expressed his deep sentiments toward the farmers of the nation and said that it is his foremost duty to understand their pain and suggest ways to transform their lives.
Vice-Prez Dhankhar lauds Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan for taking care of farmers' interests
New Delhi, May 4: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday stressed that the pain of farmers cannot be ignored under any circumstances, while underlining that Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan understands the problems of farmers. The Vice President's latest remarks assume significance as he, in December last year, questioned why there was no dialogue with the protesting farmers, and also asked Shivraj Singh Chouhan about the promises made to them earlier.
Centre forms High-Level Committee for disaster management oversight
New Delhi, April 30: The Central government on Wednesday constituted a High-Level Committee under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and three others as its members to oversee matters related to the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
Don't invite Punjab representatives for talks, protesting farmers ask Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan
Chandigarh, April 27: Just ahead of holding another round of meeting with central delegation led by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the protesting farmer unions -- the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) on Sunday urged him not to invite representatives of the Punjab government.
Union Agri Minister Shivraj Chouhan discuss upcoming challenges of food security with Israeli counterpart; signs multiple agreements
New Delhi, April 8: Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan met his Israeli counterpart, Avi Dichter, in New Delhi on Tuesday, with multiple agreements signed between the two countries in the presence of the ministers.
MP: Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan holds roadshow in Sehore, highlights rural development efforts
Sehore, March 29: Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday held a roadshow in Bhairunda village at the Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh and emphasized the government's commitment to agriculture and rural welfare.
Ex-CM Shivraj Chouhan makes surprise visit to MP Assembly, gets rousing welcome from BJP, Cong MLAs
Bhopal, March 12: Former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's courtesy visit to the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly during the budget presentation in the House on Wednesday came as a surprise to many.
On Women's Day, Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan plants saplings with 'Lakhpati Didis', women from SHGs in Bhopal
Bhopal, March 8: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan extended greetings to women on the occasion of International Women's Day on Saturday and planted saplings with 'Lakhpati Didi' and women from Self Help Groups (SHGs) in Madhya Pradesh's capital Bhopal on the occasion.
VIP guests grace Shivraj Singh Chouhan's son's wedding celebrations in Jodhpur
Jaipur, March 6: The baraat procession of Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's elder son, Kartikeya Chouhan, at Umaid Bhavan Palace in Rajasthan, was graced with the presence of many VIPs.
PM to deposit more than Rs 22,700 cr of Kisan Samman Nidhi into farmers accounts tomorrow: Shivraj Chouhan
Patna, February 23: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Sunday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deposit more than Rs 22,700 crore of Kisan Samman Nidhi into the accounts of over nine crore farmers across the country on February 24 from Bihar's Darbhanga.
Our PM does not stay confined in his bungalow...: Shivraj Chouhan counters Tejashwi's remarks
Patna, February 23: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday reacted to Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav's remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's forthwith visit to Bihar and said that the PM does not stay confined in his bungalow but goes among the people.
Minister Shivraj Chouhan allotted broken seat on Air India, calls service 'unethical'; Airline apologises
New Delhi, February 22: Senior BJP leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday raised concerns over Air India's services, questioning the airline's management over faulty seating arrangements and passenger inconvenience.
Meghalaya CM apprises Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan on issues faced by people
New Delhi, February 3: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sagma met Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday to discuss various issues faced by the people of the state, particularly in the implementation of community-led interventions under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
All elections should be held simultaneously, this will not hinder country progress: Shivraj Chouhan on One Nation One Election
New Delhi, January 25: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday praised the concept of One Nation, One Election, advocating for simultaneous Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections across the country. He argued that continuous elections hinder national progress and public welfare.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge requests for guideline relaxations under MGNERAGA in meeting with Shivraj Chouhan
Bengaluru, January 18: Karnataka Rural Development Minister Priyank Kharge in his meeting on Saturday with the Union Minister of Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan made key submissions and requests for guidelines relaxations and approvals under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan attends ICAR's golden jubilee celebrations in Meghalaya
Umiam, January 9: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday attended the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for the North Eastern Hill Region at Umiam in Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya.