NAYAGARH, April 20, 2026: The Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Empowerment organised a grand district-level event in Nayagarh today. The local administration hosted this programme to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya and Farmers' Day 2026. Hundreds of citizens and local farmers gathered to honor the farming community. Shri Gokulananda Mallik attended the event as the Chief Guest. He currently serves as the Honorable Minister of Fisheries and Animal Resources Development, as well as the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Department for the Government of Odisha. 
The special day started with traditional ceremonies. Officials hosted the first programme at the District Pulses Research Centre in Nayagarh. Minister Gokulananda Mallik inaugurated the new agricultural season through traditional customs. He performed the sacred 'Bhumi Pujan' to worship the earth. Following this, he participated in the 'Akhi Muthi Anukula' ceremony. This historic ritual marks the auspicious beginning of seed sowing for the new farming year. The Minister sowed the first seeds to bring good luck and a rich harvest to the state.
After the outdoor rituals, the attendees moved to the Nayagarh Panchayat Samiti Conference Hall. Here, the administration arranged a live video broadcast for the local farmers. The live stream showed the main state-level Farmers' Day celebration.
The special day started with traditional ceremonies. Officials hosted the first programme at the District Pulses Research Centre in Nayagarh. Minister Gokulananda Mallik inaugurated the new agricultural season through traditional customs. He performed the sacred 'Bhumi Pujan' to worship the earth. Following this, he participated in the 'Akhi Muthi Anukula' ceremony. This historic ritual marks the auspicious beginning of seed sowing for the new farming year. The Minister sowed the first seeds to bring good luck and a rich harvest to the state.
After the outdoor rituals, the attendees moved to the Nayagarh Panchayat Samiti Conference Hall. Here, the administration arranged a live video broadcast for the local farmers. The live stream showed the main state-level Farmers' Day celebration.
During this broadcast, the Honorable Chief Minister of Odisha released the fourth installment of the CM-KISAN scheme. The government provides direct financial help to farmers through this important program. Across the state, the government transferred financial assistance to 4,168,582 farmers today. In Nayagarh district alone, 161,270 farmers received this valuable support directly into their bank accounts. 
Many important leaders and government officials joined the farmers' meeting. Shri Dusmanta Kumar Swain, the Honorable MLA of Khandapada, attended the gathering. Engineer Debashish Patnaik, the Zilla Parishad President of Nayagarh, also showed his support.
Many important leaders and government officials joined the farmers' meeting. Shri Dusmanta Kumar Swain, the Honorable MLA of Khandapada, attended the gathering. Engineer Debashish Patnaik, the Zilla Parishad President of Nayagarh, also showed his support.
Smt. Madhumita Rath, the Collector and District Magistrate of Nayagarh, actively took part in the event. Other key officials included Shri Kishore Chandra Sahu, the Panchayat Samiti Chairman of Nayagarh, and Shri Karnadeb Samadar, the Sub-Collector. Shri Anil Kumar Swain, the Chief Scientist of the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Nayagarh, also attended to guide the farmers. 
Shri Shiva Narayan Singh, the Chief District Agriculture Officer, successfully coordinated the entire programme. He ensured smooth operations throughout the day. Collector Smt. Madhumita Rath addressed the gathering first.
She explained the main goals of the Farmers' Day program to the audience. Following her speech, Minister Gokulananda Mallik delivered an inspiring message to the farmers. He advised them to adopt integrated farming methods. He explained how combining different farming practices can quickly multiply their personal income. The event concluded successfully, leaving the local farmers motivated and financially supported for the upcoming season.
Shri Shiva Narayan Singh, the Chief District Agriculture Officer, successfully coordinated the entire programme. He ensured smooth operations throughout the day. Collector Smt. Madhumita Rath addressed the gathering first.
She explained the main goals of the Farmers' Day program to the audience. Following her speech, Minister Gokulananda Mallik delivered an inspiring message to the farmers. He advised them to adopt integrated farming methods. He explained how combining different farming practices can quickly multiply their personal income. The event concluded successfully, leaving the local farmers motivated and financially supported for the upcoming season.
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