Prime Minister may address farmers at Delhi fair

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate a three-day “Krishi Unnati Mela” on March 16 where he will address farmers. The fair, to held at the New Delhi’s Pusa campus, will feature discussions on doubling farmers’ income. Modi will also give away Krishi Karman Awards to states and progressive farmers. The PM will visit the theme pavilion and address farmers on March 17.

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