India, July 16 -- The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) celebrated its 98th Foundation Day in New Delhi today, reaffirming its commitment to advancing science-led, climate-resilient and farmer-centric agricultural development for realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Celebrated annually on 16th July, ICAR Foundation Day commemorates the establishment of the Council in 1928. Over the past 98 years, ICAR has played a pivotal role in strengthening India's agricultural research, education and extension systems, driving technological innovations, enhancing productivity, improving farmers' livelihoods and ensuring national food and nutritional security.
Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers' Welf...