Modi Highlights India's Agricultural Diversity During FAO Visit in Italy
Modi showcases India's diverse grains to FAO head during Italy visit
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During his visit to Italy, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India's rich agricultural heritage by presenting various indigenous grains to the FAO Director-General. He was awarded the Agricola Medal for 2026, recognizing India's commitment to food security and sustainable development, which he dedicated to Indian farmers and the agricultural scientific community.
- 01Prime Minister Modi presented several indigenous grains, including Red Rice from Kerala and Basmati Rice from the Indo-Gangetic plains, to the FAO's Director-General.
- 02The Agricola Medal awarded to Modi is a recognition of India's dedication to human welfare and food security.
- 03Modi emphasized the significance of agriculture as a sacred bond between Mother Earth and the Indian people.
- 04This visit marks the first time in 30 years that an Indian Head of Government has visited the FAO Headquarters in Rome.
- 05The presented grains are not only culturally significant but also recognized for their nutritional benefits.
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During his recent visit to Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India's diverse agricultural heritage by gifting various indigenous grains to the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The grains included Red Rice from Kerala, Gobindobhog Rice from West Bengal, Basmati Rice from the Indo-Gangetic plains, Joha Rice from Assam, Kalanamak Rice from Uttar Pradesh, and millet bars from Maharashtra. Each grain represents a unique aspect of India's agricultural legacy, highlighting their nutritional benefits and cultural significance.
In addition to presenting these grains, Modi was awarded the prestigious Agricola Medal for 2026 by the FAO, which he dedicated to Indian farmers and the agricultural scientific community. He emphasized that this recognition reflects India's unwavering commitment to human welfare, food security, and sustainable development. Modi's visit is particularly notable as it is the first by an Indian Head of Government to the FAO Headquarters in Rome in the last 30 years, underscoring the importance of agricultural collaboration on a global scale.
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This recognition and presentation of grains can enhance India's agricultural image globally and promote local farming practices.
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