“A Pillar of Inspiration: Shivanand S. Neelannavar Appreciated After PM Praise Story”
To express their gratitude, farmer Shri Shivalingappa Huddar and his family visited the residence of Shri Shivanand S. Neelannavar and conveyed their heartfelt thanks.
In the March 2026 episode of Mann Ki Baat, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi specially appreciated the achievements of progressive farmer Shivalingappa Huddar and his son Raju Huddar from Bodakyanatti village in Belagavi district. By moving away from traditional farming methods and adopting innovative practices, they constructed four high-tech fish ponds on just one acre of land and are earning more than ₹24 lakhs annually—an inspiring model for others.
In recognition of the motivation and support extended towards this success, the family met Shri Shivanand S. Neelannavar to express their gratitude. The occasion turned out to be a truly heartwarming moment.
Such innovative agricultural practices serve as an inspiration to young farmers and stand as a great example of how the use of technology in farming can lead to higher income.
