Millets Mission

In a first, Odisha hosts India’s first international convention on millets

November 9, 2023November 13, 2023Odisha News TuneLeave a Comment

Bhubaneswar, November 9: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday inaugurated country’s first international level conclave on millets titled ‘International Convention on Millets’ at Janata Maidan here. The convention aims at preparing a global roadmap for millets. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Patnaik said, “My Government will put all the efforts to make Odisha become […]

Millet food tasting festival held for Jharpada Jail inmates

January 11, 2023January 13, 2023Odisha News TuneLeave a Comment

Bhubaneawar, January 11: Odisha on Wednesday created history by introducing nutri-cereals in food list of jail inmates. A Millet food tasting festival was held today at the Jharpada Special Jail in Bhubaneswar as part of the “Piloting of Millets in Directorate of Prisons and Correctional Services” initiative. Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment Department Principal Secretary, Dr. […]