Current Affairs - Persons - Discussion

Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, renowned as the Father of India’s Green Revolution, was honoured at the Bharat Ratna Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Swaminathan’s pioneering work in developing high-yield wheat varieties transformed India from a food-deficient nation to a self-sufficient one within a short span. Inspired by the Bengal famine of 1942–43, his lifelong mission focused on eradicating hunger and empowering farmers. The three-day conference celebrated his vision of an “Evergreen Revolution,” promoting sustainable, science-led agriculture to ensure food security and improve the livelihoods of millions of farmers across India.