Crystal Crop Protection Limited Launches Scholarship Programme To Empower Girl Students in Agriculture Studies

Crystal Crop Protection Limited to offer 84 scholarships every year (21 girls from first, second, third and fourth years worth INR 33 Lakhs to empower girl students which will commence from the upcoming July/ August 2024 session

Crystal Crop Protection Limited will support agricultural education and women’s contribution in academics through a scholarship programme in collaboration with the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS). NAAS is a Delhi-based National Academy dedicated to Agricultural sciences. The organisation has announced a progressive scholarship programme specifically for female students who are pursuing higher studies in agriculture. The scholarship program will offer financial assistance to 21 female students for pursuing graduation programmes in 1st year, 2nd year, 3rd year and 4th year making a total of 84 scholarships every year.

The scholarship programme will commence from the upcoming session in July/August 2024. Applications for the scholarship program are now open for eligible girl students who meet the criteria and have demonstrated academic excellence. Applicants can find more information and apply through the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences & Crystal Crop website.

Scholarship to Encourage Female Contribution in Agricultural Academics 

The scholarship programme will offer financial aid to girl students as well as offer college mentorship opportunities and networking through events. Moreover, students will be helped in their career development through workshops. 

 "At Crystal Crop, we hold in high regard the pivotal role that women play in India's agricultural landscape. We are keenly aware of the hurdles they confront and champion the vision of a farming community where gender parity thrives across all spheres. With the launch of this scholarship program, we pay homage to my late mother, a fervent advocate for girls' education. Inspired by her passion, we are driven to carry forward her legacy by nurturing the aspirations of young women committed to excelling in the agricultural sector. Our goal is to furnish them with top-notch education and abundant opportunities within the field. By equipping these budding talents with the requisite support, we envision a future where they not only excel academically but also embark on fulfilling careers." Said Ankur Aggarwal, Managing Director at Crystal Crop Protection Limited.

 The applications will be open for a short window following the program’s announcement. This will be followed by multiple stages including application review and shortlisting, interviews of shortlisted applicants and final selection basis submission of mandatory documents.

“We believe that through this noble gesture, we are encouraging young women to take up different education streams in agricultural studies. Through this, we are not only investing in the student's futures but also impacting the agricultural sector as a whole. We are excited to see the positive impact that these upcoming professionals will have on their communities and the broader agricultural landscape.” added Himanshu Pathak, Secretary, DARE & Director General, ICAR.

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