Latur, Jan. 25 -- Farmer-activist Shrirang Devaba Lad, widely recognised for his pioneering contributions to sustainable agriculture and livestock conservation has been chosen to be honoured with the Padma Shri award this year.

Lad said it brings him joy to see his research successfully boosting yields for farmers.

"Through this medium, my research has increased the yield for farmers. Now, through you, my research will reach the farmers, and they will use this technique to increase their cotton yield; they will have their own cotton technique, and their yield will increase. Increasing the farmers' yield with this technique is a source of joy for me..." Lad told ANI.

The Government has announced 131 Padma awards for the year 2026. The a...