On March 23, 2025, Padma Shri Dr. K.L. Chadha, widely regarded as the 'Father of the Golden Revolution in Horticulture,' passed away at the age of 88. A towering figure in Indian agriculture, Dr. Chadha's immense contributions transformed the country's horticulture landscape, making India the second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables globally.
Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, expressed his condolences on the passing of Dr. Krishna Lal Chadha, the father of modern horticulture in India. Sharing his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), he stated, "The demise of renowned agricultural scientist Dr. Krishna Lal Chadha is an irreparable loss to the Indian agriculture and horticulture world. He not only laid the foundation of the horticulture revolution, but with his vision, he strengthened the livelihood of countless farmers and the nutritional security of the country. His incomparable contribution to the development and expansion of agriculture will always be remembered. Humble tribute!"
Dr. K.L. Chadha's illustrious career spanned decades, during which he held several key positions that significantly shaped India's horticulture landscape. He began his journey as the Head of the Department of Agriculture at the Regional Fruit Research Station, Mashobra, and later served at the ICAR Headquarters before joining as Assistant Horticulturist at IARI in February 1963.
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