Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini recently opened the Kharif Krishi Mela 2026 at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCS HAU) in Hisar. He commended the event for uniting farmers, scientists, and innovation in one place. The Chief Minister highlighted the significance of Hisar’s soil, Rakhigarhi, and Agroha in representing various aspects of the region’s heritage.
Upon his arrival at the fair, the Chief Minister paid respects to the statues of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev on Shaheedi Diwas. He also unveiled publications from the university to share information with farmers. Vice Chancellor B.R. Kamboj presented a plough-shaped memento symbolizing prosperous farming to the Chief Minister.
The Chief Minister praised CCS HAU for its efforts in promoting agriculture through improved seeds, water conservation, soil health, and climate-smart practices. He inaugurated a Nutri-Cereals Research Centre in Bhiwani district aimed at developing disease-resistant millet varieties and enhancing market opportunities for producers. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of modern processing technologies for millet-based products.
During the event, the Chief Minister recognized 42 progressive farmers, including 21 women, for their contributions to the state’s agricultural progress. He highlighted Haryana’s role as the country’s second-largest food grain contributor, attributing this success to the hard work of farmers, scientific research, and government support.
