•Haryana CM Nayab Saini inaugurated the Kharif Krishi Mela-2026 at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, praising its role in connecting farmers, scientists, and innovation.
•Saini highlighted CCS HAU's contributions to improved seeds, water conservation, soil health, and climate-smart agriculture.
•He urged farmers to adopt drones, AI, and digital technologies, emphasizing opportunities in agri-startups and food processing.
•A new Nutri-Cereals Research Centre, built at Rs 11.67 crore, was inaugurated in Bhiwani to develop millet varieties and processing technologies.
•CM honored 42 progressive farmers, including 21 women, and stated Haryana is the second-largest contributor to the country's food grain pool.
