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Union Home Minister Amit Shah to Open National Turmeric Board Headquarters in Nizamabad on June 29 Ahead of Grand Kisan Sabha
Turmeric Board Inauguration is creating a transformative moment for turmeric farmers in Telangana and across India. On June 29, 2025, Nizamabad gears up for a grand Kisan Sabha at the Government Polytechnic College Grounds, featuring a historic ceremony where Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate the National Turmeric Board (NTB) headquarters in Vinayaknagar This momentous event marks a milestone for turmeric growers, spearheaded by the efforts of Nizamabad MP Arvind Dharmapuri, who has long championed the establishment of this board .
Voices of the Community
MP Arvind Dharmapuri: “This inauguration fulfils a long-pending promise to turmeric growers of Telangana,” highlighting the Centre’s dedication under PM Modi’s leadership
Farmer Representative: With past turmeric prices fluctuating sharply due to limited storage and marketing support, the NTB is a “shot in the arm” for home growers
What the Turmeric Board Means for Farmers
The NTB’s inauguration heralds a new era of empowerment for turmeric cultivators in Telangana — a region that includes one of India’s largest turmeric belts. The board aims to boost research, enhance supply chains, and open global market access
Once activated, the board will offer guidance across production, processing, and export domains. It is anticipated to address price volatility and storage hurdles, significant pain points for growers in Nizamabad where thousands of quintals pass through the local agriculture produce marketFurthermore, unveiling the NTB’s official logo at the inauguration symbolizes innovation and farmer-centric reforms
Ground Preparations & Event Highlights
Local authorities in Nizamabad are diligently setting up the expansive grounds for the Kisan Sabha, expected to draw thousands of farmers and dignitaries. A new statue of former Rajya Sabha member D. Srinivas will also be unveiled at the Kanteshwar bypass during the visit deccanchronicle.com.
In addition, the state government has seized a vacant MLA camp office—unused for over a year—for temporary use as the board’s operational space timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Arrangements include a helicopter landing zone for Amit Shah’s arrival at the District Integrated Offices Complex.
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Strategic & Political Significance
The policy move exemplifies the government’s intention to uplift rural economies through value‑chain reinforcement and farmer-led development—a key narrative before upcoming Telangana elections .
Highlighting regional importance, the board’s siting in Nizamabad is a reflection of prolonged campaigning by leaders like Dharmapuri and turmeric farmer-politician Palle Gangareddy, now NTB chairperson
What Happens Next on June 29?
Amit Shah touches down via helicopter at the designated complex.
Formal inauguration of the National Turmeric Board headquarters.
Logo launch and public address at the Kisan Sabha.
Bust unveiling honoring D. Srinivas at bypass junction.
Dialogue with turmeric farmers and community members.
The Road Ahead
Post-inauguration, the NTB will launch research programs, develop farmer training platforms, improve storage logistics, and establish international marketing links—all through cooperative frameworks aligning with the National Agriculture Market (eNAM), including Hyderabad’s award-winning Nizamabad market infrastructure
With Arvind Dharmapuri and the local administration steering implementation, this initiative could redefine turmeric’s worth for cultivators, boosting incomes and reinforcing Telangana’s position in a strategic spice industry.
In summary, the Turmeric Board Inauguration in Nizamabad is a breakthrough occasion uniting farmer aspirations, political commitment, and agricultural innovation—setting the stage for a richer future in turmeric farming.
Stay tuned for detailed coverage on June 29 as Amit Shah brings this vision to life in Nizamabad!
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