Rural Voice Agriculture Conclave & Awards 2025
Rural Voice Agriculture Conclave & Awards 2025
Co-Convened by Rural Voice & Bharat Krishak Samaj
Location: New Delhi
Date: Tuesday, 09 December 2025
Overview
The Rural Voice Agriculture Conclave & Awards 2025 is a national platform focused on advancing
self-reliant farmers and strengthening India’s journey towards Atmanirbhar Bharat.
The conclave will explore pathways that can drive resilience, competitiveness, sustainability, and prosperity
in India’s agriculture and rural economy by bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers,
cooperatives, and farmer organizations.
The event also recognizes outstanding contributions through the Agriculture Awards, celebrating
innovation, leadership, and impact across the agri and rural ecosystem.
Inaugural Session
Welcome Address:
Mr. Harvir Singh – Editor-in-Chief, Rural Voice
Inaugural Address:
Prof. Ramesh Chand – Member, NITI Aayog
Speakers:
- Dr. R. S. Paroda – Chairman, TAAS; Former Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR
- Mr. T. Nandakumar – Former Secretary, Agriculture & Food, Government of India
- Dr. Chandra Pal Singh – Vice Chairman, KRIBHCO; President, ICA (A-P)
Sessions at a Glance
Session 1: Prosperous Farmers – Innovation & Technology
Dr. A. K. Singh; Dr. Rajendra Barwale; Mr. Mrinmoy Choudhury
Session 2: International Trade & Self-Reliance
Mr. Siraj A. Chaudhry; Mr. Sanjay Gakhar; Mr. D. K. Singh
Special Address
Dr. M. L. Jat – Secretary, DARE & Director General, ICAR
Session 3: Enabling Policy & Effective Implementation
Dr. Harsh Bhanwala; Mr. Ajay Vir Jakhar; Mr. Roshan Lal Tamak; Mr. Santosh Kumar Shukla
Vote of Thanks
Mr. Ajeet Singh – Executive Editor, Rural Voice