President Draupadi Murmu expressed her desire to visit the historic Patharughat in Darrang district of Assam. The site is known for the peasant uprising, where many farmers sacrificed their lives. The President said this while talking to farmer woman Dipati Sahariya during the reception organized at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of Independence Day.
Invitation to the only farmer woman from Assam
Dipti Sahariya, a resident of Jaljali Gadiyapara, Darrang, was the only farmer from Assam invited by the President to the function. She said that the President warmly welcomed all the guests. When he came to know that Dipati was a farmer, he immediately remembered the supreme sacrifices made at Patharughat and expressed his desire to visit the village in future.
The Prime Minister showed interest in the achievements of the farmers
On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also interacted with Dipati Sahariya. He inquired about her Mahila Kisan Utpadak Company ‘Chira Saji’ and wanted to know the number of women farmers associated with this company. Traditional dishes from across the country were served at the reception, including Assamese Pitha, specially presented on banana leaf.
Visit and Experience of Rashtrapati Bhavan
The day after the reception, Dipati Sahariya and five other farmers from across the country visited Rashtrapati Bhavan. They enjoyed the museum, artifacts and picturesque surroundings. The visit gave the farmers an opportunity to get closer to the cultural and historical heritage of the country.
Success of Women Farmer Producer Company ‘Chira Saji’
Dipati Sahariya, daughter of late farmer Jogen Sahariya, is the Managing Director of ‘Chira Saji’. Through this company, she has linked about 500 women to agricultural schemes in the last three years and strengthened mustard cultivation and other agricultural activities. This initiative has helped empower women farmers and improve their livelihoods.
