IndiaThe Tamil Nadu government, through Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth, announced plans to establish a Diploma College for Organic Agriculture named after natural farming scientist Nammalvar. The college will be located in Sakkottai near Kumbakonam and has an estimated cost of ₹15 crore, with ₹5 crore allocated initially. Additionally, the Horticultural Research Station at Ooty will be upgraded to a state-of-the-art Agricultural Technology Research Centre at a cost of ₹10 crore, with ₹5 crore allocated upfront. These initiatives aim to promote organic and sustainable farming practices, enhance farmer livelihoods, and improve market access. The government also introduced the Nammalvar Award to recognize top organic farmers, offering cash prizes of ₹2 lakh each.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the government's agricultural policies and initiatives without overt ideological slant. It focuses on factual announcements regarding funding allocations, infrastructure development, and recognition programs for organic farming. While the subject matter relates to public policy,
