New Delhi, May 21 -- Chief Economist at ASSOCHAM, SP Sharma, on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi being conferred with the Agricola Medal by the Food and Agriculture Organization reflects India's growing strength in sustainable agriculture and the impact of reforms undertaken in the sector over the past decade.

Speaking to ANI, Sharma said India's agriculture sector has witnessed significant transformation through policy reforms, digital infrastructure and state-level initiatives.

"We are happy that our honourable Prime Minister received this award, which is the highest award by the FAO, Food and Agriculture Organization," Sharma said.

Highlighting the agriculture sector's progress, he said, "As we are progressing significantl...