Nizamabad (Telangana), June 29 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in Nizamabad district of Telangana on Sunday, marking a significant step toward supporting turmeric farmers and boosting exports.
On the occasion, he also unveiled the official logo of the board, symbolising a new era of agricultural innovation and global competitiveness for turmeric cultivation in India.
Addressing the gathering, Amit Shah reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to the welfare of turmeric farmers, noting that Nizamabad is regarded as the turmeric capital of the country.
“I feel fortunate to inaugurate the Turmeric Board, which became a reality thanks to the persistent efforts of BJP MPs. Not only was the board granted to Telangana, but a Telangana native has also been appointed as its chairman,” he said.
Shah highlighted turmeric’s global significance, calling it a “divine medicine” with anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-cancer properties.
“Our target is to achieve USD 1 billion in turmeric exports by 2030. Through this board, we will train farmers in modern cultivation techniques and work to improve their incomes through initiatives like the Bharati Cooperative Society,” he added.
Telangana Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and MP Dharmapuri Arvind for sanctioning the National Turmeric Board for Nizamabad, a region known for its large-scale turmeric cultivation.
Several dignitaries attended the event, including Union Ministers G. Kishan Reddy, Bandi Sanjay, Telangana Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao, Nizamabad district in-charge Minister Seethakka, National Turmeric Board Chairman Palle Gangareddy, Secretary Bhavani Sri, MP Dharmapuri Arvind, Dr. Laxman, and Urban MLA Dhanpal Suryanarayana Gupta.
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