India to Host ICAR-CGIAR Science and Partnership Week in New Delhi in April 2027

India will host the **ICAR–CGIAR Science and Partnership Week** from **April 12 to 17, 2027** in New Delhi, bringing together over 5,000 delegates to drive agricultural innovations and expand South-South cooperation.

- Organizing Bodies: Jointly organized by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (**ICAR**) under DARE (Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare) and **CGIAR**.

- Core Objectives & Strategic Focus:

  - Strengthening agricultural research partnerships and accelerating South-South cooperation, particularly with African nations.

  - Showcasing Indian agricultural advancements such as climate-resilient farming, digital agriculture (AgriStack), millets, and natural farming.

  - Aligning agricultural innovation with India’s long-term vision of **Viksit Bharat by 2047**.

- Historical Precedent: The inaugural edition of CGIAR Science Week took place in **Nairobi, Kenya, in April 2025**.

- Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR):

  - Established: **July 16, 1929** (Formerly Imperial Council of Agricultural Research).

  - Headquarters: **New Delhi**.

  - Director General (ICAR) & Secretary (DARE): **Dr. M. L. Jat**.

- CGIAR:

  - Formed: **1971** | Headquarters: **Montpellier, France**.

  - Comprises 15 international agricultural research centers, with 10 operating in India (e.g., ICRISAT, IRRI, CIMMYT).

  - Executive Managing Director: **Dr. Ismahane Elouafi**.

Q: Which city will host the ICAR-CGIAR Science and Partnership Week in April 2027?

A: New Delhi, India

Q: Where was the inaugural edition of the CGIAR Science Week held in 2025?

A: Nairobi, Kenya

Q: On which date was the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) established?

A: July 16, 1929

Q: Where is the global headquarters of CGIAR located?

A: Montpellier, France

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