- The Honorable Dr. C.H. Srinivasa Rao was conferred with the 9th Prof. M.S. Swaminathan Award in Hyderabad on April 19, 2026.
- He currently serves as the Director and Vice-Chancellor of the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) and was honored for his pioneering work in the fields of climate-resilient agriculture and natural resource management.
- This award holds special significance as it was presented on the occasion of the birth centenary of the late Prof. M.S. Swaminathan—a pivotal figure behind India's 'Green Revolution.'
- The Prof. M.S. Swaminathan Award is a prestigious honor within India's agricultural sector, recognizing scientists who have made significant contributions to food security and sustainable agriculture.
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