Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

The Agricola Medal 2026 was conferred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations in recognition of his contributions to food security, sustainable agriculture, and rural development. The award ceremony took place at the FAO headquarters, which is located in Rome, Italy, and was presented by FAO Director-General Dr Qu Dongyu. The visit was notable as it marked the first time in 30 years that an Indian Head of Government visited the FAO headquarters. The FAO plays a global role in addressing hunger and agricultural development and is headquartered in Rome.