Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, 19 November 2025, inaugurated the three-day South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 at Codissia Hall in Coimbatore, reinforcing India’s commitment to becoming a global hub for natural farming. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from farming communities across the southern states, with a strong show of support from Tamil Nadu’s agricultural leadership.
Addressing the summit, All Farmers’ Association Coordination Committee President PR Pandian praised the Prime Minister for his role in resolving several long-standing issues affecting Tamil Nadu’s farmers.
“All credit goes to the Prime Minister,” Pandian said, as he highlighted Modi’s contribution in settling the Kaveri river dispute and overturning the Supreme Court’s ban on Jallikattu.
“The long-standing Cauvery issue has been resolved by setting up the Cauvery Management Commission. The Supreme Court banned the Jallikattu competition. A permanent solution was found by bringing an emergency law. All that credit goes to Prime Minister Modi,” Pandian said.
Showcasing Natural Farming and Farmer Recognition
The Prime Minister’s presence at the summit was seen as a major morale booster for farmers, particularly those practicing traditional and natural methods of cultivation.
“The summit officially started with the Prime Minister of India, and he inaugurated the 21st PM-Kisan scheme on this stage among farmers. This made the summit grand and, more importantly, instilled confidence among all South Indian farmers by the Prime Minister’s presence during difficult times. We are grateful for the Prime Minister’s visit and the faith he’s given to the farmers,” Pandian said.
He also extended gratitude to other dignitaries present, including Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi, BJP State President Nainar Nagendran, and former Vice Chancellor of the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Dr. K. Ramasamy.
Praising PM Modi for Cultural and Agricultural Interventions
Recalling the cultural significance of Jallikattu, Pandian noted the central government’s legal intervention to preserve the tradition.
“Jallikattu is part of Tamil Nadu’s culture – a brave sport not just for youth, but to raise awareness about livestock. The Supreme Court imposed a permanent ban on Jallikattu, but respecting the emotions of youth and farmers, an emergency law was introduced and, through this law, the SC’s order was overridden and special permission was obtained for Jallikattu in TN by the Hon. Prime Minister. I express my gratitude for that here.”
Calling for Broader Policy Interventions
Pandian also appealed to the Prime Minister for new national policies focused on soil regeneration, wildlife-farmer conflict mitigation, and protection of ecologically sensitive zones like the Western Ghats.
“We urge the PM to create a national policy to protect soil, people, and farmers. The Western Ghats start in Kerala and run through several states. Changes in this range drive climate change. We need policies to protect the Western Ghats, which are crucial. Wildlife is destroying farmlands and even attacking farmers. Forests and farmers both need protection. Only the PM can bring comprehensive law for this.”
He also criticized the Tamil Nadu Land Integration Act 2023, warning of its consequences for agricultural and water ecosystems.
“The TN Land Integration Act 2023 has risked not only lands but also wetlands, lakes, ponds, and water pathways by reclassification, benefiting developers. We need unified law to stop this crisis. Farmers are not opposed to industry but want growth that does not come at the cost of agriculture and food security.”
Appeal to Honor Nammazhwar
Pandian concluded his address with an emotional plea for national recognition of Nammazhwar, the late eco-farming pioneer of Tamil Nadu.
“We request, in memory of Nammazhwar, that during your tenure, you award him the Bharat Ratna. The BJP has already supported this resolution. Please make this summit’s resolution a reality. You declared publicly, even during COVID, that small farmers revived the Indian economy.”
“During the global food shortages in COVID, Indian farmers supplied food to many countries, as you acknowledged. Farmers need adequate crop insurance coverage, and the PM-Kisan scheme must benefit all farming families, especially those practicing natural farming on 60% of TN lands.”
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