MSSRF Hosts Centenary Tribute for Prof. M.S. Swaminathan with Chief Guest, Hon. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin
To honour Prof. M. S. Swaminathan’s on his birth centenary, MSSRF is hosting a series of events that pay homage to his life, legacy and enduring scientific contributions. Our for Prof. M.S. Swaminathan Centenary Tribute, hosted on 27 th September 2025 at MSSRF in Chennai, is a special gathering to honour his memory as we approach his death anniversary on September 28th.
Chief Guest:
Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru. M.K. Stalin will deliver the tribute address.
Guests of Honour:
Thiru. M.R.K. Panneerselvam, Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare
Thiru. R.S. Rajakannappan, Minister for Forests and Khadi
Ms. Mariamma Thomas, Chief Postmaster General, Tamil Nadu
Event Highlights:
The tribute event featured several significant releases marking this special occasion:
MSSRF Annual Report 2024-25:
The report showcases our research achievements, community impact, and progress toward sustainable development goals.
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MSS100 Conference Proceedings:
This publication unpacks discussions, delivers insights and highlights The Global Call to Action that emerged from the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference 2025, hosted in Delhi this August. Themed “Evergreen Revolution: The Pathway to Biohappiness,” this landmark event convened over 1,000 eminent participants, including globally and nationally renowned scientists, policymakers, researchers, valuechain specialists, students, scholars, and farmers from across India.
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MSS100 Commemorative Postcards:
A special centenary edition released by Tamil Nadu Postal Circle to honour Prof. Swaminathan's contributions to Indian agriculture. The postcards feature elegant line drawings of Prof. M.S. Swaminathan alongside visual interpretations of the core themes and concepts he lived and worked by.
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Biohappiness in Practice: Stories from the Field
This publication documents 60 remarkable stories revealed by the farmers who convened at the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference in Delhi. These curated stories of agricultural transformation and innovation embody Prof. Swaminathan's vision of farmer empowerment.
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Felicitation of MSSRF-supported Farmer Producer Organisations
Nallavur FPC, RESAPCOL FPO and Kolab FPC were recognised in the presence of several dignitaries for their exceptional contributions to sustainable agriculture and rural development.
The event was also graced by the presence of distinguished guests including Thiru. Gagandeep Singh Bedi, IAS., Tmt. Jayashree Muralidharan, IAS. and heartfelt tributes by Thiru. N. Ram and Dr. Nalini Krishnan, followed by a musical concert by Vignesh Ishwar Team.
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