Speech by Her Excellency the President of India Shrimati Pratibha Devisingh Patil at the Workshop on "Policy Initiatives for Promoting Partnership Between Stakeholders in Agriculture With Particular Reference to Rainfed / Dryland Farming"
At the very outset, I would like to say that I am heartened by the enthusiasm shown regarding this Workshop.

My dear young friends from China and other distinguished members of the Chinese delegation, on behalf of the people and the Government of India, I extend to you all a very warm welcome.
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