Mumbai, May 21 -- The BJP Maharashtra unit on Thursday welcomed the conferment of the prestigious FAO Agricola Medal 2026 on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing it as a matter of pride for the country and recognition of India's contribution to food security and sustainable agriculture.
In a post shared on X through its official handle, the party stated that India's global standing had become stronger through the honour. The party said the award recognised India's contribution to food security, sustainable agriculture and human welfare.
Prime Minister Modi received the Agricola Medal, considered the highest honour of the Food and Agriculture Organization, during a special ceremony held on May 20 at the FAO headquarters in Rome. The aw...