New Delhi, December 23, 2024 | ANN: PepsiCo India unveiled the RevolutioNari Conference and Awards 2024 to honour the remarkable contributions of women in the agricultural sector. Aligned with the company’s Partnership in Progress philosophy, the event spotlighted ten women farmers from across India for their exceptional efforts in driving innovation and advancement in agriculture.

The awards, based on nominations assessed by an external jury chaired by Prof. Ramesh Chand, Member of NITI Aayog, honored winners across five categories:

• Breaking Gender Stereotypes & Implementing Best Farming Practices:
  • Gold: Tapasi Pal (West Bengal)
  • Silver: Sanju Yogi (Rajasthan)
• Economic Empowerment through Self-Help Groups:
  • Gold: Ganapathi SHG (Telangana)
  • Silver: Sarayan Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (Uttar Pradesh)
• Innovation in Sustainable Agriculture:
  • Gold: Shivani Kisku (Jharkhand)
  • Silver: Manguben Jaga (Gujarat)
• Protection and Promotion of Native Indigenous Food Systems:
  • Gold: Monika Mohite (Maharashtra)
  • Silver: Sujata Paramanik (West Bengal)
• Youth Innovators in Agriculture:
  • Gold: Surbhi Kumari (Bihar)
  • Silver: Anima Aind (Jharkhand)

The event featured workshops, panel discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions, addressing critical topics such as gender equality in agriculture, financial inclusion, and climate-smart practices.

Key attendees included Dr. Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Minister of State for Jal Shakti, and former Minister Smriti Irani. Over 150 agricultural experts, policymakers, and academics participated in the event.
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