President Murmu graces 35th Convocation of Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology was established to promote agricultural education and development of the agricultural sector in the country.

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu graced and addressed the 35th convocation of Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology at Pantnagar, Uttarakhand today (November 7, 2023).

She said that the Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology was established to promote agricultural education and development of the agricultural sector in the country. Since its inception, it has become a centre of excellence for agricultural education, research and growth. She noted that spread over 11000 acres of area, it is one of the largest universities in the world.

Nobel Laureate Dr. Norman Borlaug had named Pantnagar University as 'Harbinger of Green Revolution'. Mexican wheat varieties developed by Norman Borlaug were tested at this University. It has played an effective role in the success of the green revolution. Everyone associated with the agriculture sector knows about the ‘Pantnagar seeds’. The seeds developed at the Pantnagar University are used by farmers across the country to increase crop quality and yield. She expressed confidence that Pantnagar University will continue to play a leading role in the development of the country's agricultural sector.

The President emphasised that the education system needs to keep pace with the technological, economic and social developments taking place globally. She said that educational institutions should produce industry-ready graduates who can create employment and compete in the technology-driven world.

Today the world is moving towards natural and organic farming to deal with problems like climate change and soil degradation. Eco-friendly food habits are also being promoted. She stated that researchers, scientists and faculty members of this university will play an important role in giving priority to millet in our food habits, she added.

The use of the latest technology is necessary to face global challenges. She appreciated Pantnagar University for initiating digital solutions in agriculture through crop management, nano-technology, organic farming etc. 

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