Tarun Karthick
Port Blair, 03 February 2024
In a joyous celebration of agricultural prowess and dedication to sustainable farming practices, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State President, Mr. Ajoy Bairagi, and other senior party leaders welcomed Padma Shri awardee Mrs. Kamachi Chellammal today at VSI Airport.
Accompanied by a distinguished gathering of BJP leaders, the State President, Mr. Ajoy Bairagi, led the reception for the accomplished farmer. Notable figures present at the event included Mr. M Vinod, State Vice President & Prabhari SM, IT and Media, Mrs. Sunita Sarkar, State Secretary, Mrs. Sheela Singh, State Vice President & NEM Mahila Morcha, Mrs. Sampa Banerjee, State President BJ Mahila Morcha, Mr. Vardharajan, State President BJ Kisan Morcha, Mr. N k Udhaya Kumar, State President BJYM, and a substantial number of dedicated karyakartas.
Mrs. Kamachi Chellammal was bestowed with the prestigious Padma Shri award earlier this year in recognition of her outstanding contribution to agriculture. Her remarkable achievement revolves around the successful development of a 10-acre organic farm in South Andaman. Employing innovative and sustainable farming techniques, she utilized the intercropping method for cultivating a diverse range of crops, including clove, ginger, pineapple, and banana. Moreover, her inspirational efforts have motivated over 150 farmers to embrace these eco-friendly practices.
Beyond her cultivation endeavours, Mrs. Kamachi Chellammal has made significant contributions by devising innovative and economical solutions for damage control measures related to coconut and palm trees. Her commitment to environmentally conscious agriculture has garnered widespread acclaim, making her a beacon of inspiration in the farming community.
The warm reception at the VSI Airport underscored the party’s acknowledgment of her extraordinary achievements, reinforcing the BJP’s commitment to recognising and promoting outstanding contributions across various fields.