The University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, is organizing a three-day ‘Krishi Mela’ (Agricultural Fair) on November 16, 17, and 18, 2026, on the university campus, with the objective of introducing drought management technologies and agricultural innovations.
As part of the event, the university will showcase drought management technologies relevant to the current situation, crops and varieties suitable for drought conditions, and live crop demonstrations. Technology exhibitions will be arranged by the university’s research departments, other agricultural universities in the state, national research institutions, and various development departments.
During these three days, seminars will be conducted by subject-matter experts on topics such as the impact of ‘El Niño’ in the state and preparedness for the future, climate-resilient agriculture, and soil and water conservation. An advisory center will also be set up to address farmers’ concerns on the spot. Furthermore, awards will be presented to progressive farmers—both men and women—at the state, district, and taluk levels.
The Krishi Mela will be inaugurated on November 16 by the Minister for Agriculture and Pro-Chancellor.Narendraswamy will inaugurate the event. Minister Krishna Byre Gowda will preside over the program. Dr. P. Venkataramana, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, along with members of the Board of Management, teaching and non-teaching staff, and students, will be present on this occasion.
The University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, has urged farmers, women farmers, agriculture enthusiasts, students, and the general public to participate in large numbers and take advantage of the ‘Krishi Mela’ (Agricultural Fair).
Initially, the Krishi Mela was scheduled for a single day—November 16th. It has now been extended to three days to ensure that information regarding drought management technologies reaches a wider audience. As in previous years, the event will be held within the Krishi Mela premises.
Stalls for private organizations are not permitted at this Krishi Mela. Only stalls belonging to the University and departments related to agriculture and horticulture will be featured. University sources have indicated that there will be a total of 70 such stalls.
