**Policy Summary: M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference**
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, in collaboration with the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF), the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), and the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), will host the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference in New Delhi from August 7-9, 2025. The conference, themed "Evergreen Revolution: The Pathway to Bio-happiness," commemorates the birth centenary of Professor M.S. Swaminathan and his contributions to sustainable and equitable agricultural development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the conference and release a commemorative coin and stamp in honor of Professor Swaminathan. The event will bring together scientists, policymakers, development professionals, and stakeholders to advance the principles of the Evergreen Revolution.
Key themes to be addressed include: conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and natural resources; climate-resilient and nutrition-sensitive agriculture; inclusive and technology-driven livelihood solutions; and youth, women, and community engagement in development. The conference aims to frame a future roadmap for Indian agriculture, with a focus on enhancing women's participation, and build a sustainable, equitable, and hunger-free world rooted in "Bio-happiness."
Key Entities Referenced
M.S. Swaminathan: Professor M.S. Swaminathan, an agricultural scientist and pioneer of food security.
M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF): An organization hosting the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare: A collaborating ministry for the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR): A collaborating organization for the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.
National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS): A collaborating organization for the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.
Evergreen Revolution: A principle to be advanced at the conference, focusing on sustainable and equitable development.
New Delhi: Location of the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.
Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India, scheduled to inaugurate the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
PM Shri Narendra Modi to Inaugurate M.S.
Swaminathan Centenary International Conference on
7 August
Summit To Bring Together Experts, Policymakers,
Stakeholders to Advance the Principle of ‘Evergreen
Revolution’
Posted On: 05 AUG 2025 4:55PM by PIB Delhi
To mark the birth centenary of Professor M.S. Swaminathan, a towering figure in agricultural science and a
pioneer of food security, the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) is organizing the M.S.
Swaminathan Centenary International Conference from 7–9 August 2025 in New Delhi in collaboration with
the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Indian Council of Agricultural Research and National
Academy of Agricultural Sciences. Themed “Evergreen Revolution – The Pathway to Bio happiness”, the
conference will honour Prof. Swaminathan’s lifelong contributions to sustainable and equitable development.
Announcing the event at a press conference today, Dr. M.L. Jat, Secretary (DARE) & Director General
(ICAR), highlighted Prof. Swaminathan’s pivotal role in transforming India from a food-deficient to a food-
surplus nation. “Prof. Swaminathan was a brave son of India whose revolutionary leadership in agriculture
reshaped the country's green landscape,” he added. Dr. Jat also emphasized that the conference aims to carry
forward Prof. Swaminathan’s legacy by framing the future roadmap for Indian agriculture, with a particular
focus on enhancing women's participation in the sector.Prime Minister Shri NarendraModi will inaugurate the event and release a commemorative coin and stamp
issued by the Government of India in honour of the legendary scientist.
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Chair, MSSRF, underscored the global significance of the conference and its role
in shaping the future of sustainable agriculture worldwide. Dr. C. Viswanathan, Joint Director (Research),
ICAR-IARI, reflected on Prof. Swaminathan’s transformative impact on Indian agriculture. Dr. Ashok Singh,
Secretary, National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), stated that food is God to the hungry, and
Prof. Swaminathan has been that god for millions.
The conference will serve as a global platform for scientists, policymakers, development professionals, and
stakeholders to deliberate on advancing the principles of the ‘Evergreen Revolution’.
Key themes include ‘Conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and natural resources’; ‘Climate-
resilient and nutrition-sensitive agriculture’; ‘Inclusive and technology-driven livelihood solutions’ and‘Youth, women, and community engagement in development’. This international forum will bring together
experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to advance the principles of the evergreen revolution.
The event is a celebration of Prof. Swaminathan’s visionary leadership and a reaffirmation of the collective
commitment to building a sustainable, equitable, and hunger-free world—an era rooted in the concept of Bio
happiness.
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