In connections with the celebrations on ‘Mahila Kisan Diwas’, ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research Bengaluru organized a national campaign on ‘Equity and Empowerment’ through virtual mode on 15.10.2021. Dr. Debi Sharma, In-charge Director, presided the function and Mrs. Chayaa Nanjappa, Founder & Managing Partner of Nectar Fresh, Mandya District, Karnataka graced the function as chief guest. Dr.Poornima K.N. welcomed and introduced the chief guest to the program. On the special talk, Mrs. Chayaa shared her journey as a women entrepreneur, starting her business from a small processing unit to the level of one of the most established processing and supply brand of the country. Following the invited talk, elaborate discussions were made on various aspects viz., role of women in the current agriculture and related sectors, women empowerment etc. In her presidential remarks, Dr. Debi Sharma reiterated the role and immense contribution of women in the field of agriculture. About 50 participants from different institutes attended the campaign.
