Secretary DARE and DG ICAR Motivates 114th FOCARS Participants

Secretary DARE and DG ICAR Motivates 114th FOCARS Participants

2 August 2025, Hyderabad

Dr. M.L. Jat, Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and Director General (ICAR), interacted with the probationary scientists of the 114th Foundation Course for Agricultural Research Service (FOCARS) today at ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad.

Secretary DARE and DG ICAR Motivates 114th FOCARS Participants

In his motivational address, Dr. Jat encouraged the young scientists to align their careers with emerging global trends and adopt a system-oriented mindset. He stressed the importance of design thinking, action-oriented goals, clearly defined performance indicators, and demand-driven research. He also advised them to develop and lead collaborative professional teams capable of designing and executing impactful research programs to achieve career and institutional goals.

Earlier in the day, Dr. Jat had an informal interaction with the FOCARS participants over breakfast, fostering open dialogue and camaraderie. To commemorate his visit, he also planted mango saplings on the Academy premises, reinforcing a message of sustainability and growth.

Secretary DARE and DG ICAR Motivates 114th FOCARS Participants

During his visit, Dr. Jat also held discussions with the faculty and staff of ICAR-NAARM, where he shared strategies and key action points to strengthen research management and institutional efficiency.

Dr. Gopal Lal, Director, ICAR-NAARM, presented an overview of the 114th FOCARS and highlighted new initiatives introduced in the training module to enhance its relevance and impact.

(Source: ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad)

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