NE has potential to initiate 2nd Green Revolution: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the North East (NE) has the potential to initiate second Green Revolution in the country. 

"NE and Assam have so much water, fertile land and hard working farmers. The first Green Revolution happened in Punjab and Haryana. Now, the second Green Revolution can take place in this region," he said.

Talking about farmers, he said, "In 2022, when India will celebrate 75 years of Independence, my wish is to double the farmers' income. We need to do it. It is challenging but if we progress with determination, it is possible."  He said Assam and the North East can contribute immensely in achieving this target. Modi also exuded confidence that the region can become the capital of organic farming in the country with Sikkim already reaching a  unique position. "Everyone wants to get rid of chemicals and wants to have organic products. Billions of rupees are coming from organic farming in the world... NE has potential in this field," he added.