Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan to visit Gujarat on January 13

**Executive Summary** The Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will visit Hanol village in Gujarat on January 13 to participate in the 'Atmanirbhar Hanol Mahotsav-2026.' The visit aims to promote the Hanol model, an example of Gandhiji's 'Gram Swaraj' and the Prime Minister's 'Adarsh Gram,' as a self-reliant and ideal village model for rural development across the country. During the Mahotsav, Shri Chouhan will engage with farmers, women, youth, and local representatives to discuss and share Hanol's experiences at the national level. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Event Details:** * Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will visit Gujarat on January 13 for the 'Atmanirbhar Hanol Mahotsav-2026' in Hanol village, Palitana taluka, Bhavnagar district. * The Mahotsav showcases Hanol village as a model village, reflecting 'Gram Swaraj' and 'Adarsh Gram' visions. * **Purpose of Visit:** * To promote the Hanol model, developed by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, as an example for self-reliant rural development. * To strengthen the joint commitment to promoting the Hanol model across the country. * **Activities:** * Shri Chouhan will engage in dialogues with farmers, women Self-Help Groups, youth, and local representatives. * Discussions will focus on sharing Hanol's experiments and experiences at the national level. * The program includes sessions and activities related to rural development, agricultural innovation, Atmanirbhar village economy, and social empowerment. * **Travel Schedule:** * Shri Chouhan will depart from Delhi to Ahmedabad on January 13 and reach Hanol village by helicopter. * He will participate in Mahotsav programs and interact with the local community from afternoon till evening. **Impact Analysis** **Farmers, Women Self-Help Groups, Youth, and Local Representatives** * **Impact:** Opportunity to engage in dialogues with the Union Minister, share their experiences, and contribute to discussions on rural development strategies at the national level. Exposure to the Hanol model of self-reliant village economy. * **Action Required:** Participate in the Atmanirbhar Hanol Mahotsav-2026, share experiences, and contribute to discussions related to rural development and agricultural innovation. **Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya** * **Impact:** Recognition of the Hanol model developed under his guidance and an opportunity to showcase it as an inspiring example of 'Gram Swaraj' and 'Adarsh Gram.' Reinforcement of his deep spiritual and personal connection with Hanol. * **Action Required:** Attend the Atmanirbhar Hanol Mahotsav-2026 and share insights and guidance on rural development and the Hanol model. **Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, and Rural Development** * **Impact:** Opportunity to promote the Hanol model as an example of successful rural development initiatives and to foster discussions on scaling similar models across the country. * **Action Required:** Support the organization and execution of the Atmanirbhar Hanol Mahotsav-2026 and facilitate the sharing of best practices and lessons learned from the Hanol model.

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