Amit Shah to Celebrate IFFCO's 50 Years in Gujarat on April 6

Gandhinagar, April 1 (NationPress) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be visiting Gujarat this Sunday to engage in a number of important events, with the main attraction being the 50th-anniversary celebration of the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) facility located in Kalol, close to Gandhinagar.

The IFFCO plant has significantly contributed to the agricultural sector in India and will commemorate five decades of service with a grand celebration featuring important dignitaries, cooperative leaders, and farmers.

Established in 1975, the Kalol unit of IFFCO is among India's first fertilizer plants, making substantial contributions to the nation’s agricultural development. The golden jubilee celebrations will pay homage to the cooperative movement, showcasing IFFCO's efforts in supporting Indian farmers and ensuring food security.

During the festivities, Minister Shah will converse with IFFCO officials, cooperative representatives, and farmers to discuss the future of agriculture and the essential role of cooperatives in increasing farm productivity.

A notable aspect of his visit will be the launch of a cutting-edge Seed Research Center at the IFFCO Kalol site. This center aims to innovate high-yield and climate-resilient seeds, assisting farmers in boosting their productivity and embracing modern farming techniques. The focus will be on advanced agricultural research, seed technology innovation, and sustainable farming practices.

Shah's visit to Gujarat carries both political and economic importance, coming at a time when the government is prioritizing self-reliance in agriculture through initiatives like cooperative farming and technological advancements.

The newly established research center aligns with the government’s vision of enhancing agricultural sustainability and minimizing dependence on imported seeds.

The event will also be graced by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, IFFCO Chairman Dilip Sanghani, and leading officials from the cooperative and agricultural sectors.

Farmers from various regions of Gujarat are anticipated to take part in the celebration, providing a vital platform for discussions on the future of cooperative farming in India.

In 2023, Union Home Minister Shah has made several trips to Gujarat, participating in various religious, social, and developmental events throughout the state.

On March 8 and 9, he undertook a two-day tour covering Junagadh, Gir Somnath, Ahmedabad, and Gandhinagar.

His schedule included prayers at the Somnath Temple, involvement in the restoration of sugar mills in Talala and Kodinar, and the inauguration of projects at Brahmanand Vidyadham in Junagadh.

Moreover, he unveiled a Rs 150 commemorative coin celebrating Jainacharya Buddhisagar Surishwar Maharaj's birth anniversary and attended the Swarnim Shatabdi Mahotsav of Ahmedabad District Bank.

Earlier in January, he visited Gujarat twice within a short span. On January 13, he took part in Makar Sankranti festivities, flying kites and connecting with the local community.

On January 16, he traveled to Vadnagar in Mehsana district to inaugurate multiple projects, including the Vadnagar Archaeological Experiential Museum, celebrating the town's 2,500-year history, alongside a sports complex and other local initiatives.

He addressed a gathering at Science College and visited the Hatkeshwar Temple. Later, on January 23, he inaugurated a newly built cancer hospital and a sanatorium in Surat.

Shah also launched the 'Hindu Spiritual and Service Fair' at Gujarat University Ground in Ahmedabad and inaugurated two underpasses in the Sabarmati and New Ranip areas of the city. Additionally, he laid the foundation stone for drainage and water conservation initiatives in Ranip and addressed the public at Sardar Chowk.