Shyam Singh Rana Archives - Page 3 of 3

29 Jul

Shyam Singh Rana Leads Haryana’s Push for High-Quality Potato Seed Production with New MoU

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaagriculture MoU, Haryana potato seed production, International Potato Center, RKVY, Shyam Singh Rana

Chandigarh, July 29 — In a major boost to the agriculture sector, Haryana’s Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana oversaw the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Haryana Horticulture Department and the International Potato Center (CIP). The agreement aims to promote the production of high-quality potato seeds in the southern districts of the state.Present at the event were Principal Secretary Pankaj Agarwal, senior officials of the Agriculture Department, and scientists from the International Potato Center.The project is part of the Prime Minister’s Agriculture Scheme – Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), and the central government has…

24 Jul

Haryana Government to Fulfil Genuine Demands of Commission Agents Soon: Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, July 24, 2025: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana has assured that the state government will soon address the genuine demands of commission agents (arhtiyas). He acknowledged the vital role commission agents play as close allies of farmers, working in coordination to ensure smooth agricultural trade operations.Rana was chairing a meeting of the representatives of the Arhtiya Association in Chandigarh on Wednesday. Also present were Pankaj Agarwal, Principal Secretary of the Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Department; Anshaj Singh, Director of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs; Mukesh Kumar Ahuja, Chief Administrator of the Haryana State Agricultural…

23 Jul

Haryana to Set Up Major Cold Storages in Every District to Boost Horticulture

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanacold storage, farmers’ welfare, fruit processing plant, Har-Hit stores, Haryana agriculture, horticulture policy, Shyam Singh Rana

Chandigarh, July 23 — Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana announced that the state government will construct a large cold storage facility in every district. The initiative aims to prevent spoilage of fruits and vegetables and ensure better market prices for farmers. He instructed officials to expedite the implementation of this plan and warned that delays in fulfilling budgetary promises made during the 2025-26 financial statement would not be tolerated, adding that accountability would be enforced in case of lapses.Rana chaired a meeting of horticulture and associated department officials at his office today. During the session, he…

12 Jul

Employment Fairs a Key Step Towards Government’s Priority on Job Creation: Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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30 Newly Selected Candidates Receive Appointment Letters at Rozgar Mela in YamunanagarChandigarh, July 12 — Haryana’s Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana on Saturday highlighted that employment fairs are an effective step in the government’s mission to prioritise job creation. He made the remarks while attending the 16th Rozgar Mela held by the Northern Railway’s Chief Workshop, Jagadhri, in Yamunanagar. The event was organised simultaneously in 47 cities across the country under the Central Government’s employment generation initiative.During the event, around 200 newly selected candidates were handed appointment letters, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined the proceedings virtually…

09 Jul

Fish Farming to Propel India’s Economy and Farmers’ Prosperity: Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, July 9 — Haryana’s Fisheries Minister Shyam Singh Rana, on Tuesday said fish farming will play a pivotal role in improving India’s economy and transforming farmers’ livelihoods. He highlighted the state government’s commitment to expanding fisheries through modern infrastructure and advanced techniques.Speaking as chief guest at a fish conservation and replenishment program organized on the occasion of National Fish Farmers Day 2025 in Ballewala village of Yamunanagar district, Rana inaugurated the event by releasing two lakh fish seedlings into Jal Sagar pond. He announced similar initiatives will b4e rolled out across other districts in Haryana in the coming days.He…

06 Jul

Haryana Sets Up Grain Market in Gurugram for Natural Farming Produce: Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, July 6 — In a major step to promote natural farming, Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana announced that the state government has established a grain market in Gurugram dedicated to procuring crops grown through natural farming methods. A lab has also been set up at the market to check the quality of produce, after which a committee will decide the price and purchase the crops directly from farmers.Speaking as the chief guest at the 7th Fruit Festival held at the Sub-Tropical Fruit Centre in Ladwa, the minister said Haryana’s goal is to bring one lakh…

07 May

Haryana Government Pushes for Vertical Horticulture to Boost Farmer Incomes

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Chandigarh, May 7 — Haryana’s Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana has directed officials to encourage farmers to adopt "vertical horticulture" to maximize income from shrinking land holdings. He emphasized that vertical gardening can help farmers earn more from limited space, thereby improving agricultural viability.Rana was chairing the second General Body meeting of the Haryana State Horticulture Development Agency under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH). The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary of Agriculture and Horticulture Dr. Raja Sekhar Vundru, Horticulture Director General Ranbir Singh, department head Dr. Arjun Saini, and various agency members.Highlighting…

15 Mar

Haryana Government Announces New Plans for Farmers, Mustard Procurement to Start from March 15

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaFarmer Welfare Scheme, Haryana Government, MSP, Mustard Procurement, Nayab Singh Saini, Shyam Singh Rana

Chandigarh, March 15, 2025 – Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana announced that the state government has launched several welfare schemes to support farmers. Haryana is the first state in the country where the highest number of crops are purchased at Minimum Support Price (MSP). Additionally, the government is also providing subsidies on seeds, fertilizers, and agricultural equipment. Agriculture Minister Familiar with Farmers' Issues Shyam Singh Rana stated that after assuming the position of Agriculture Minister, his focus has always been on farmers' welfare. He highlighted that since he comes from a farming background, he understands the challenges faced by…