Call for Nominations: Ahilya Bai Holkar Award 2025 for Outstanding Women Agro-Vet Professionals
Pashudhan Praharee, a leading platform in the livestock and veterinary sector, has instituted the Ahilya Bai Holkar Award from 2025 onwards. This prestigious award aims to honor and recognize the contributions of outstanding women agro-veterinary professionals who have made exemplary contributions to their respective fields and have had a significant positive impact on society.
Award Invitation
Pashudhan Praharee, in collaboration with Agro-Vet Research and Development Foundation, Livestock Institute of Training & Development (LITD) , and channel partner Goel Vet Pharma, invites applications for the Ahilya Bai Holkar Award from lady AgroVet professionals. The award will be presented on International Women’s Day, 8th March 2025, to recognize inspiring women who have significantly contributed to the agro-veterinary sector and made a meaningful impact on society.
Award Ceremony and Objectives
- The award will be presented annually on International Women’s Day (8th March).
- It seeks to celebrate and encourage women’s leadership in agriculture, animal husbandry, and veterinary sciences.
- The award highlights the critical role of women professionals in ensuring sustainable livestock farming, innovative veterinary practices, and rural development.
- It serves as an inspiration for young women to pursue careers in agro-veterinary sectors and contribute to India’s agricultural growth.
Brief Biography of Ahilya Bai Holkar
Ahilya Bai Holkar (1725–1795) was a legendary ruler of the Malwa region in central India. She is renowned for her administrative acumen, justice, and deep commitment to social welfare. Born in 1725 in Chaundi (present-day Maharashtra), she was married to Khanderao Holkar, the heir of Malwa’s Holkar dynasty.
After her husband’s demise, she took charge of the kingdom following the death of her father-in-law, Malhar Rao Holkar, in 1767. Ahilya Bai proved to be an extraordinary leader, known for her:
- Good governance and justice: She implemented policies that strengthened agriculture, trade, and infrastructure.
- Philanthropy and social reform: She constructed numerous temples, dharmashalas, wells, and public works across India.
- Promotion of Women’s Empowerment: Unlike many rulers of her time, she encouraged women’s participation in administration and social development.
Women Empowerment and Its Relevance Today
Ahilya Bai Holkar remains a symbol of women’s empowerment, resilience, and progressive leadership. Her legacy continues to inspire women across various fields, including agro-veterinary sciences, where women are playing an essential role in:
- Advancing sustainable farming and livestock management.
- Enhancing rural entrepreneurship through dairy, poultry, and fisheries.
- Driving scientific innovation in veterinary care and animal husbandry.
- Strengthening self-reliance among rural women through cooperative movements.
Terms and Conditions for the Ahilya Bai Holkar Award
- Eligibility: The award is exclusively for women professionals in the agro-veterinary sector.
- Application Requirements: Applicants must submit a brief biodata profile detailing their exemplary work and its impact on society, on the mail id: pashudhanpraharee@gmail.com
- Selection Process: A distinguished jury panel will evaluate all applications and take the final decision.
- Submission Deadline: The last date for entries is 7th March 2025, by 5:00 PM.
- Award Presentation: The award will be conferred on 8th March 2025, International Women’s Day.
- Disqualification: Incomplete applications or those not meeting the criteria will be disqualified.
- All participants must register for the competition by paying Rs 500/– (Five Hundred only) on the following Ac:
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The Ahilya Bai Holkar Award instituted by Pashudhan Praharee stands as a testament to her legacy, aiming to uplift and celebrate the spirit of women in the agro-veterinary sector. By recognizing the dedication and achievements of women professionals, this award will serve as a beacon of encouragement for future generations, ensuring that their contributions continue to shape a prosperous and self-reliant India.
