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The text is a news article published on The Hindu’s e-paper on December 11, 2025. The article reports on the inauguration of a dairy exhibition in Coimbatore, India, by Tamil Nadu’s Minister for Milk and Dairy Development, Mano Thangaraj. The exhibition, organized by Media Day Marketing, showcases innovations in the dairy, food processing, tea, coffee, plastic, and waste technology sectors. Minister Thangaraj emphasized the importance of farmers’ awareness regarding new technologies in the dairy sector and highlighted the Tamil Nadu government’s financial support for dairy farmers. He also commented on the inappropriateness of associating poet Bharathi with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

News Article:

Tamil Nadu Minister Emphasizes Technology Adoption at Coimbatore Dairy Expo

Coimbatore, India – December 11, 2025 – Farmers need to be aware about new and emerging technologies in the dairy sector as Tamil Nadu continues its drive to support its agricultural community, according to Minister for Milk and Dairy Development Mano Thangaraj. The Minister made the remarks on Thursday at the inauguration of a three-day exhibition focused on dairy, food processing, and related industries at the CODISSIA Trade Fair Complex in Coimbatore.

Organized by Media Day Marketing, the exhibition brings together manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, startups, and industry professionals from across India and abroad. Minister Thangaraj highlighted the availability of numerous advanced technologies and machines within the dairy sector, urging farmers to stay informed about trends and opportunities to increase value addition to their products.

He further noted the Tamil Nadu government’s commitment to supporting dairy farmers through financial assistance, including loans for establishing mini dairies, with ₹1,280 crore issued in the past year. The state’s milk cooperative, Aavin, is also actively involved in supporting technology adoption through training programs for farmers and officials.

Beyond the dairy industry, Minister Thangaraj addressed political commentary, stating his belief that the revered poet Bharathi’s vision transcends partisan politics, and that focus should instead be directed towards eradicating poverty and hunger within the state.

The exhibition is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily.

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