It is a privilege to lead the Agricultural Development Trust, Baramati — an institution built on a legacy of vision, compassion, and innovation. Founded by Hon. Sharadchandraji Pawar and nurtured by Dr. Appasaheb Pawar, the Trust has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of agriculture and rural society.
As CEO, my focus has been to bridge traditional knowledge with modern technologies, ensuring our farmers, students, and communities are empowered to thrive in a rapidly transforming world. We have embraced agri-tech solutions such as Microsoft’s FarmVibes.AI to bring data-driven insights to the fields, enabling climate-smart farming and sustainable yield improvements.
Our educational institutions, from primary schools to international degree programs, are shaping future-ready professionals with a strong foundation in ethics, innovation, and leadership. We are also deeply committed to women empowerment, skill development, entrepreneurship, and environmental conservation — ensuring that development is both inclusive and impactful.
We see challenges as opportunities and continuously strive to be a catalyst of positive change. With the support of our trustees, partners, and community, we are committed to creating a model of integrated rural development that others can learn from and replicate.