Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 celebrated today

The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare celebrated Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 in New Delhi under the theme 'Role of Women Farmers in Building Developed Agriculture and a Developed India.' The event highlighted the crucial contributions of women farmers, agricultural extension workers, and allied sector participants to food security, rural livelihoods, and agricultural development. Government officials emphasized ongoing commitments to women's empowerment through direct income support, institutional credit, technology transfer, and farm mechanisation. A book titled 'Women Farmers of India: Journey from Challenges to Success' was released during the programme to showcase inspiring success stories, and outstanding women farmers were felicitated.