Three-day millet mela starts March 22 in Anantapur

thehindu.com

A three-day millet mela will take place in Anantapur from March 22, organized by the Anantha Susthira Vyavasaya Vedika and the Indian Institute of Millet Research. The event aims to promote millet cultivation and consumption. The mela will be held at the Police Convention Centre, featuring over 1,000 participants, including farmers, NGOs, and agri-food scientists. It seeks to raise awareness about nutritious food and sustainable agricultural practices. This event coincides with the UN's declaration of 2023 as the International Year of Millets. Organizers emphasize the importance of millets for health, climate resilience, and rural livelihoods.


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