Celebrate Kisan Diwas, honoring the contributions of farmers to our society. Discover events, history, and ways to support the agricultural community.
Why Do We Celebrate Kisan Diwas?
Every year on December 23, India celebrates Kisan Diwas (National Farmers’ Day) to honor the birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India and a lifelong champion of the “Annadatas.”
As of December 2025, the occasion has taken on a renewed significance with a focus on transforming Indian agriculture from a subsistence model into a high-value, tech-driven export powerhouse.
Key Theme for 2025: “Empowering ‘Annadatas’ for a Prosperous Nation”
The theme for Kisan Diwas 2025 emphasizes the government’s and agricultural sector’s pivot toward sustainable farming, climate resilience, and financial independence for small and marginal farmers.
1. Major Policy Updates and Announcements
Leading up to the celebrations, several pivotal initiatives and proposals have been introduced to modernize the sector:
- FAIFA’s Four-Pillar Strategy: The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA) recently proposed a major roadmap including:
- Permaculture Expansion: An investment proposal of ₹10,000 crore to bring 5 million hectares under regenerative farming by 2030.
- Export Target: A drive to push agricultural exports to $100 billion through 50 new Agri-Export Zones.
- Seed Sovereignty: A ₹5,000 crore allocation to develop 100 climate-resilient, non-GMO crop varieties.
- Digital Agriculture Mission: A significant ₹2,817 crore outlay has been activated to create digital public infrastructure, helping farmers access real-time data and market prices.
- PM-KISAN Disbursement: Earlier in 2025, the 20th installment of the PM-KISAN scheme was released, benefiting over 9.7 crore farmers with a total disbursement of ₹20,500 crore.
2. Technological Innovations: “Kisan Kavach” and Drones
Technology is no longer a luxury but a tool for safety and efficiency:
- Kisan Kavach: India’s first anti-pesticide bodysuit has been distributed to farmers, designed to protect them from chemical exposure during spraying.
- Namo Drone Didi: This scheme continues to scale, providing drones and training to women in self-help groups (SHGs) to provide “drones-as-a-service” for precision farming.
Kisan Diwas: The Legacy of Chaudhary Charan Singh
The day remains a tribute to the “Champion of India’s Farmers.” Born in 1902, Chaudhary Charan Singh was instrumental in:
- The Zamindari Abolition Act: Dismantling the exploitative landlord system.
- Land Reforms: Ensuring that the tiller of the land became the owner.
- Rural Empowerment: Focusing the national budget on rural development and small-scale cottage industries.
Kisan Diwas: How the Nation is Celebrating
Across India, various events are being organized to bridge the gap between scientists and farmers:
- Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs): Organizing exhibitions to showcase high-yield seed varieties and water-saving irrigation techniques.
- Kisan Samman Awards: State governments are honoring “progressive farmers” who have successfully implemented organic farming or innovative water conservation.
- Awareness Workshops: Seminars focusing on the transition to Natural Farming and reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers.
Note: Kisan Diwas is not just a government event; it is a call to action for citizens to support local produce and advocate for fair pricing for those who feed the nation.
