NAAS honors Harvir Singh and Prabhudatt Mishra for excellence in Agricultural Journalism

Veteran journalists felicitated by NAAS for pioneering work in Agriculture Reporting.

At its Foundation Day celebration in New Delhi, the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) honored distinguished individuals across various sectors, including agriculture, industry, and media, for their outstanding contributions.

Among the awardees were Harvir Singh, Editor-in-Chief of Rural Voice, and Prabhudatt Mishra, Deputy Editor of The Hindu Business Line, both recognized for their impactful work in agricultural journalism

Harvir Singh, with decades of experience and previous roles at leading media houses, has been instrumental in bringing rural and agricultural issues to national attention. His contributions have earned him accolades from organizations such as the FAO and ICAR. Prabhudatt Mishra, a seasoned journalist with nearly 30 years in the field, is known for his insightful reporting on agricultural trade and policy.

NAAS Secretary Dr. W.S. Lakra commended both journalists for their sustained commitment to covering the agriculture sector. The event marked 35 years since NAAS was established and featured a keynote lecture by Dr. Soumya Swaminathan on the theme “One Health: Guiding Our Future.”