On 2nd Oct, we honour Lal Bahadur Shastri’s legacy, celebrating his vision and enduring contributions to India. His leadership in agriculture transformed the lives of countless farmers, paving the way for a stronger, self-sufficient nation.
Published Oct 01, 2024
One of Shastri’s key initiatives was expanding large-scale irrigation projects. By building dams and canals, he ensured that farmers had access to water year-round, reducing their dependence on monsoon rains and improving their crop yields.
Shastri's push for self-sufficiency revolutionized Indian agriculture through the Green Revolution. His policies, combined with modern techniques, helped India boost its production of crops like wheat and rice, making the country less dependent on food imports.
Shastri introduced critical subsidies for seeds, fertilizers, and equipment, empowering farmers with the financial backing to adopt modern farming tools. This support helped farmers improve their productivity and income, setting them on a path toward prosperity.
Under Shastri's leadership, farmers embraced scientific farming practices. His promotion of high-yield variety seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides greatly increased agricultural output, propelling India's farming sector into modernity.
Shastri's belief in cooperative farming helped unite small-scale farmers. By pooling their resources, they gained access to modern tools, knowledge, and equipment, resulting in increased efficiency and better farming outcomes.
To protect farmers from fluctuating market prices, Shastri implemented the Minimum Support Price (MSP) system. This guaranteed farmers a fair price for their crops, ensuring stability and safeguarding them from exploitation by middlemen.
Shastri’s rural electrification efforts brought electricity to farms, transforming agricultural practices. This allowed for improved irrigation systems, better farm equipment, and enhanced storage facilities, significantly boosting productivity.