‘Innovate today, nourish tomorrow’ for food security
In observance of World Food Day 2026, the article emphasizes the need for innovation to combat global hunger caused by climate change, economic shocks, and conflict. It highlights India's food safety net as a potential model for other nations in the Global South.
Why it matters
Addressing food security through innovation is essential for global stability as climate and geopolitical pressures continue to disrupt agricultural supply chains.
‘Innovate today, nourish tomorrow’ for food security left ‘India’s abundance in food production has become the foundation of the world’s largest food safety net’. File. Ritu Raj Konwar Ritu Raj Konwar https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/pg0r69/article71589388.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/2150_13-2-2019_15-31-8_1_WANCHUWAFESTIVAL_HINDU_13022019_01.JPG RITU RAJ KONWAR Assam, Sonapur: 13/02/2019: Tiwa tribesmen pounding rice as they take part in the Wanchuwa festival in Sonapur out skirts of Guwahati on Wednesday, 13 February 2019. Wanchuwa is one of the most important festivals of the Tiwa tribal community living in the hills and plains as it is related with agriculture which is the mainstay of their economy. Tiwas pray for a bountiful harvest during this festival and to protect their crops from pest and other natural calamities. Tiwa is a major tribe of Assam state who practice Jhum or shifting cultivation for their living in the hills.
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