ICAR-CCARI celebrated 78th Independence Day

     ICAR – Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa celebrated 78th Independence Day on 15th August 2024 with great zeal and enthusiasm. Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director hoisted the National Flag which was followed by National Anthem, patriotic slogans, parade and march by security guards. Dr. Parveen Kumar addressed the gathering on this National Day. In his remarks, he wished all the staff members and their families on the auspicious occasion of Independence Day. He paid his tributes to all the freedom fighters who sacrificed their life for the country’s Independence. The Director also highlighted the significant achievements of CCARI in last one year and, congratulated all the staff members for same. Further, as a research institute, he emphasized the duties and responsibilities of every individual for the development of the farmers and the farming community of the coastal region and thereby ultimately contributing to the nations progress. The Director’s Appreciation Awards were distributed in all the categories including regular and project staff.

    A cultural programme for children and staff members was organised comprising singing, dancing, poem reading, fancy dress etc. based on the patriotic theme of the National Day. The gifts were distributed to the participants of the cultural program at the hands of the Director. All the staff members including contractual workers, family members of staff, security guards attended the Flag hoisting ceremony and cultural programme. Shri. Vinod Ubarhande, Farm Superintendent and Dr. Sujeet Desai, Scientist (LWME) coordinated the celebration of Independence day programme.

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