PM Modi to Visit Coimbatore for South India Natural Farming Summit on November 19
IN NEWS: PM Modi to Visit Coimbatore for South India Natural Farming Summit on November 19
ANALYSIS
1. What is in News?
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on 19 November to address the South India Natural Farming Summit.
- The Summit is being hosted by Farmers’ Associations of Tamil Nadu.
2. Key Highlights of the Summit (As per Input)
A. PM’s Engagements
- Addressing the South India Natural Farming Summit.
- Interacting with 50 scientists from Southern States specialising in organic agriculture.
B. Objectives of the Summit
- To chalk out policies for broad-based natural farming.
- To raise awareness and encourage the adoption of:
- Natural farming
- Regenerative farming practices
C. Vision and Design
- Aims to build a people-driven movementfor:
- Economically viable agriculture
- Socially inclusive farming practices
- Features include:
- Exhibition with 300 stalls
- Interactive sessions by scientists and policymakers
- Live demonstrations
- Focus on youth and women engagement
D. National Initiatives Anchoring the Event
- Bharatiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhati (BPKP)
- Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)
Static Information (Relevant for Exams)
Bharatiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhati (BPKP)
- Sub-component of Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana.
- Promotes chemical-free, zero-budget and natural farming methods.
Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)
- Initiative under the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA).
- Focus on promoting organic farming clusters and improving soil health.