Overview of NICRA Programme
The National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) programme, a flagship initiative by the government, has been operational for 15 years. It is at a pivotal stage that requires a clear strategic direction and long-term vision to enhance its impact on agriculture in the context of climate resilience.
Launch of ACASA-India
The Atlas of Climate Adaptation in Indian Agriculture (ACASA-India) was launched as a web-enabled digital platform for location-specific, data-driven adaptation planning for farmers.
Workshop Highlights
The workshop reviewed NICRA's implementation across more than 200 locations in 151 climate-vulnerable districts.
- Participants noted that strengthening NICRA is essential for India's journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047.
- Rajbir Singh emphasized prioritizing robust carbon credit methodologies for future climate action and investment.