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Lesson 28:ICAR Research Projects

Key Components of NAIP

1. Component -1 Institutional development by strengthening of ICAR role: Strengthening the ability of the ICAR to act as a catalyzing agent for rapid transformation of Indian agricultural research system. The emphasis in this component is to change the mindset and strengthen the ability of the system to change according to context. Substantial resources under this component are intended to be spent on SAUs.
2. Component-2: Establishment of consortia for research on production to consumption systems: Establishment of value chain (production to consumption system) promoting consortia for raising productivity, profitability and competitiveness. Value chains in rural areas are creative income generating and employment intensive options.
3. Component-3: Establishment of consortia to for research on sustainable rural livelihood security in disadvantaged areas: Establishment of system and action research consortia for livelihood improvement in disadvantaged regions and vulnerable groups. During transformation of agriculture, regional and class disparities are bound to crop up. Research should consider the needs of the poor and disadvantaged regions and vulnerable groups.
4. Component-4: Establishment of consortia to strengthen basic and strategic research in agricultural science: Support to basic and strategic research to address challenging problems of national and global importance. Some' outstanding problems cutting across regions, production systems requiring innovative, cutting edge research, education and extension will be funded.