India becomes world’s top rice producer: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Last updated: 2026/01/05 at 8:21 AM

Dusmanta Behera - Editor-in-Chief

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India has become the world’s largest rice producer, with output crossing 150 million tonnes in 2025, surpassing China, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Sunday.

He made the announcement during the launch of 184 new crop varieties developed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), highlighting India’s growing role in global rice production and exports.

Chouhan emphasized that these achievements underscore the country’s advancements in agricultural research, innovation, and productivity, strengthening India’s position as a major contributor to global food security.

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Dusmanta Behera's pioneering experience of 26 years includes key roles at News Today Pvt Ltd, ETV Networks, Lok Sabha TV. Rajya Sabha TV, and Sansad TV. As an accredited Video Journalist for more than 15 years under MI&B, Government of India covered State Visits of Prime Minister and Vice President. Valuable Contributions include Series on "National Security" and Chamber Telecast. Key interest remains in Documentaries on Armed Forces and Travelogues.