New Delhi, Dec 28 (KNN) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh tomorrow to dedicate the 6th International Rice Research Institute to the nation. During his visit PM Modi will attend One District, One Product (ODOP) regional summit at Deendayal Hastakala Sankul (Trade Facilitation Centre & Crafts Museum) in Varanasi.

The scheme is aimed at enhancing the skills of local people and increasing the reach of the indigenous trades, crafts and products from small towns and small districts in the state. 

These include handicrafts, food processing, engineering goods, carpets, ready-made clothes, and leather goods etc., which not only earn foreign exchange but also provide employment to the people.

During the visit, Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation-International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), South Asia Regional Center (ISARC) at campus of National Seed Research and Training Center (NSRTC) in Varanasi.

It will serve as a hub for rice research and training in South Asia and SAARC region. The first international Center in the eastern India is expected to play a major role in harnessing and sustaining rice production in the region.

India’s association with IRRI dates back to 1960s, and PM Modi was the first Indian PM to visit IRRI headquarters in Manila, Philippines in November 2017, where he discussed agricultural innovations and research advances for the rice sector. 

Besides, a commemorative postal stamp on the Maharaja Suheldeo will be released by the Prime Minister in Ghazipur where he will also address a public rally.