- Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai and Agriculture Minister Shri Ramvichar Netam extend congratulations, terming it a major achievement for Chhattisgarh’s farmers and good governance
- National recognition earned through the efficient administrative leadership of Agriculture Secretary Shri Siddharth Komal Pardeshi, departmental coordination, and innovative practices
- Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan presented the honor; Collector Shri Devesh Kumar Dhruv and Deputy Director (Agriculture) Shri Suraj Kumar Pansari received the award
Chhattisgarh has achieved another significant milestone at the national level in the fields of agricultural development, farmer welfare, and rural prosperity. The South Bastar Dantewada district has been honored with the prestigious national award for ‘Best District’ for the outstanding and effective implementation of the Government of India’s ambitious Pradhan Mantri Krishi Dhan-Dhanya Yojana. This achievement is a significant outcome of the state government’s farmer-friendly policies, innovations in the agricultural sector, effective administrative leadership, and the successful implementation of schemes at the grassroots level.
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, presented this prestigious honor to Dantewada district at the National Agriculture Conference and Award Ceremony held in New Delhi. Collector Shri Devesh Kumar Dhruv and Deputy Director (Agriculture) Shri Suraj Kumar Pansari jointly received the award on behalf of the district.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai has extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the farmers, district administration, and the officials and staff of the Agriculture Department of Dantewada district on this proud achievement. Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that this honor symbolizes the hard work of Chhattisgarh’s industrious farmers, the government’s farmer-welfare policies, and administrative commitment. He added that the state government is continuously working to make agriculture modern, profitable, and a foundation for prosperity, in line with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India). This achievement in agricultural development, particularly in a tribal-dominated region like Bastar, is a matter of pride for the entire state.
Shri Ramvichar Netam, Minister for Agriculture Development and Farmers’ Welfare, has expressed happiness over Dantewada district receiving a national award and congratulated the farmers as well as the entire Agriculture Department team. He stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, the state government is committed to increasing farmers’ income, boosting agricultural productivity, expanding advanced farming techniques, and integrating traditional farming with modern resources. This success in Dantewada demonstrates that through well-planned efforts, departmental coordination, and the active participation of farmers, new milestones in agricultural development can be achieved even in forest-covered and tribal regions.
The efficient administrative leadership of Agriculture Production Commissioner and Secretary Shri Siddharth Komal Pardeshi has played a pivotal role in the effective implementation of agricultural schemes, regular reviews, and the strengthening of departmental coordination across the state. Under his guidance, the Agriculture Department is focusing intensely on the result-oriented implementation of schemes, the promotion of innovations, and ensuring that the benefits of these schemes reach farmers at the grassroots level. This achievement by Dantewada district exemplifies effective administrative guidance at the state level combined with excellent scheme implementation at the district level.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Dhan-Dhanya Yojana, special efforts were made in Dantewada district to extend the benefits of agricultural schemes to small and marginal farmers in remote forest villages. Initiatives were undertaken to integrate modern techniques with traditional farming practices, manage soil health, promote organic and natural farming, and ensure the availability of agricultural inputs.
Under the guidance of the district administration, cluster-based activities were promoted through enhanced coordination among various departments, including Agriculture, Horticulture, and Panchayat & Rural Development. Additionally, efforts to encourage value addition, processing, and market linkages for agricultural produce played a significant role in the economic empowerment of farmers. Upon receiving the national honor, Collector Shri Devesh Kumar Dhruv attributed this achievement to the district’s hardworking farmers, the field staff of the Agriculture Department, and the coordinated efforts of various departments. He stated that the district administration would remain steadfastly committed to modern agricultural techniques, natural farming, and enhancing farmers’ livelihoods.
This national honor bestowed upon Dantewada district is a proud achievement not only for the Bastar region but for the entire state of Chhattisgarh. This success serves as an inspiration for other districts in the state and underscores Chhattisgarh’s growing commitment towards agricultural development, farmer empowerment, and the creation of a self-reliant rural economy.