Sustainability Matters & IndiAgri present
Regional Policy Dialogue Series
Climate Change & Its Impact on Agriculture
Haryana & Punjab has long been at the forefront of India’s agricultural journey. From leading the Green Revolution to supporting national food security, the two states have consistently shown the way. Today, with climate change posing urgent challenges, Haryana & Punjab are once again poised to lead, this time towards a more sustainable, climate-resilient agricultural future.
Decades of monocropping and changing climate patterns have taken a toll, with groundwater levels dropping dramatically from 3–10 metres in the late ’90s to over 30 metres today. Yet, Haryana & Punjab are fighting back through bold reforms: promoting crop diversification, direct seeding of rice (DSR), solar irrigation, MSP-backed procurement of alternative crops, and targeted support for sustainable technologies. The upcoming Regional Policy Dialogue in Chandigarh will build on this momentum, bringing together experts, policymakers, and institutions to create a replicable blueprint, one that places Haryana & Punjab back at the centre of India’s agricultural transformation.
12 Speakers | 150 Delegates
14+ Awards | 8 Categories
Water Security and Sustainable Irrigation: Reversing Groundwater Depletion in Haryana & Punjab
This session explores Haryana & Punjab’s innovative approaches to sustainable water management, including solar-powered irrigation, efficient cropping, and precision technologies. Panelists will examine the impact of policy, technology, and community efforts on restoring water tables, ensuring year-round supply, and cutting energy use. The discussion will also consider how Haryana & Punjab’s model can be adapted for other water-stressed farming regions in India
Strategies for Restoring Soil Health and Ensuring Sustainable Farming
Soil degradation from monocropping, chemical-heavy farming, and climate change has weakened Haryana & Punjab’s soil fertility and crop yields. This panel will highlight the urgent need for soil regeneration through nutrient management, crop diversification, regenerative practices, and bio-fertilizers.
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Award Categories
We invite nominations for individuals and organizations making a difference in sustainable agriculture:
Water Sustainability Leadership Award
Soil Health Regeneration Champion
Climate-Resilient Farming Innovator
Digital Excellence Award
Agriculture Sustainability Award
AgTech Innovations
Progressive Farmer Award
Knowledge Partner
Communications & Event Partner
How to Submit Award Entries
Make a PDF file of 150-word write up on your work, insert 2 relevant photos and mail to info@thegreymatters.in
Award Nomination Process
- A company, individual, organisation can apply for a maximum of three categories
- All entries must be done carefully and as per the defined processes here
- For each category, an entry must contain the following:
- A 200 word write up (Hindi or English) about the project highlighting its impact, both qualitative and quantitative. Special mention must be made, wherever applicable, about possible replication and scaling up of the model/intervention
- Two to three supporting photographs
- Wherever possible, up to three digital link of quality feature or social media post
- Contact details including email id and phone number of the person whom additional queries could be addressed to. All four segments, clearly demarcated should be converted into a single PDF and sent through an email to: info@thegreymatters.in
- Write Award Category in the Subject, and a small covering note of not more than 3 lines in the body of the mail
- Pay Online Processing Fee of Rs 5,000 + GST per entry. Bank Details and UPI are given below
Nomination Fee Submission Details
Account Name : GreyMatters Communications & Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
Bank A/c : 50200013750090
Bank Name : HDFC Bank Ltd.
IFSC Code : HDFC0001343
How to Submit Award Entries
Make a PDF file of 150-word write up on your work, insert 2 relevant photos and mail to info@thegreymatters.in
Award Nomination Process
- A company, individual, organisation can apply for a maximum of three categories
- All entries must be done carefully and as per the defined processes here
- For each category, an entry must contain the following:
- A 200 word write up (Hindi or English) about the project highlighting its impact, both qualitative and quantitative. Special mention must be made, wherever applicable, about possible replication and scaling up of the model/intervention
- Two to three supporting photographs
- Wherever possible, up to three digital link of quality feature or social media post
- Contact details including email id and phone number of the person whom additional queries could be addressed to. All four segments, clearly demarcated should be converted into a single PDF and sent through an email to: info@thegreymatters.in
- Write Award Category in the Subject, and a small covering note of not more than 3 lines in the body of the mail
- Pay Online Processing Fee of Rs 5,000 + GST per entry. Bank Details and UPI are given below
Nomination Fee Submission Details
Account Name : GreyMatters Communications & Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
Bank A/c : 50200013750090
Bank Name : HDFC Bank Ltd.
IFSC Code : HDFC0001343
