PM Narendra Modi releases postal stamp, unveils the official coin of the International Year of Millets 2023

PM Narendra Modi arrives at Pusa in New Delhi PM will inaugurate Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference here.

PM Narendra Modi releases postal stamp, unveils the official coin of the International Year of Millets 2023 at Global Millets Conference in Pusa, New Delhi

I am proud that India is leading the ‘International Year of Millets’. Events like Global Millets Conference are not only necessary for Global Good but also a symbol of India’s increasing responsibility for Global Good: PM Modi inaugurates Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference in PUSA, New Delhi

Millets are vital in sustainability for eliminating hunger, adapting to climate change, & transforming agrifoods… I am confident this conference will bring collective action & direct policy attention towards millets: Sahle-Work Zewde, President of Ethiopia

As declared by United Nations General Assembly observing International year of Millets 2023, the push towards collective efforts to increase millet production will contribute to 2030 agenda for sustainable development: President of Ethiopia at Global Millets Conference in Delhi

Delhi | It is a matter of great honour for us that after India’s proposal and efforts, the United Nations declared 2023 as the ‘International Year of Millets’. More than 75 lakhs farmers of India are virtually present with us in this ceremony today, which shows its importance: PM Modi

Delhi | As a result of the declaration of 2023 as the International Year of Millets by the United Nations on the initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the domestic and global demand for ‘Shree Anna’ has increased: Union Agriculture Minister at Global Millets Conference

Delhi | 2.5 crore small farmers are directly related to millet. Our mission for Shree Anna is going to be a blessing for these small farmers. Shree Anna market will benefit them and the associated ecosystem. This will also strengthen the rural economy: PM Modi

Delhi | Millets have also been selected for the One District One Product Scheme in 19 districts of the country. India is currently presiding over G20. Its motto ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’ is also reflected in the International Year of Millets. Millets are also creating new jobs: PM Modi