Information Project

World Bank vice president Ismail Serageldin declared open an information project of the m s swaminathan Foundation in Villianoor village near here. Scientist Swaminathan said the project would help farmers increase their awareness of government schemes.

He said science should be of service to the farmers. and villagers.

Giving information regarding various achievments made in the field of agriculture would help the farmers to enhance their production.

`Pride of India helped bridge the information gap about the Indian industry and our technological capabilities, a statement issued by the organisers Exhibitions India Ltd said.

Thelab will start functioning in Chennai in another two or three months.

Australia was already providing assistance in textiles, coal and agricultural sectors. Laurie said

The recent event has helped promote India in the country, which is likely to pay dividends in future, Indian Ambassador Aftab Seth has said.