21-23 October 2025
A Special Roundtable on “Empowering Youth for Enhanced Engagement in Agriculture and Food Systems in India” was chaired by Dr. Himanshu Pathak, President, NAAS, and attended by Dr. W.S. Lakra and Dr. Ashok K. Singh, Secretaries of the Academy, and Prof. K.M. Maredia, Foreign Secretary, along with several NAAS Foreign and Pravasi Fellows.
The Roundtable brought together international experts and academicians for deliberations on enhancing youth engagement and innovation in agriculture and food systems.
In addition, six students from India participated in the World Food Prize 2025 events, representing the country on a global platform and interacting with international experts and peers.
NAAS also showcased India’s achievements in agricultural research, innovation, and policy through its exhibition booth, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to global food and nutritional security.
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