Central Horticultural Experiment Station (ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research) Bhubaneswar celebrated its 30th Foundation Day on 6th November, 2022. The function was inaugurated by the dignitaries by lighting the ceremonial lamp and Ganesh Vandana followed by ICAR song and IIHR Song. Dr. G.C. Acharya Head (I/c), while delivering his welcome address gave a brief account of achievements and activities of the station and appreciated the hard work put up by the present and past employees, and other workers towards the development of the Station as a prestigious institution in the State. Dr Gourahari Naik, former Head & Chief guest, elaborated the history of CHES establishment and highlighted the contribution of staff in the development of the station. Guest of Honour, Mr. Banshidhar Mohapatra, former AF & AO, fondly recalled his memories and experiences during his tenure the Station. On this occasion, successful farmers, Sri Susanta Kumar Patra, Khordha and Sri Deepak Kumar Nayak, Sambalpur were facilitated for adoption and promotion of ICAR-IIHR technologies. A brief cultural program was also organized and the entire program was coordinated by Mrs. Annapurna Behera, AAO and Nodal officer, Staff welfare Committee with the active help of all staff members.
