Union Minister C R Patil Launches Environmental and Waste Management Campaigns

The Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C R Patil, launched the 'Swachh Gaon, Surakshit Jalvayu' campaign and a national IEC Campaign on Solid Waste Management Rules 2026. The initiative is part of the World Environment Day 2026 celebrations, focusing on rural awareness about waste management and environmental sustainability. The campaigns aim at promoting solid waste management, sustainable practices, and enhancing stakeholder awareness across rural India, involving community activities culminating in a plantation drive.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link