The IARI Alumni Association extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Himanshu Pathak, a distinguished alumnus of Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), on his appointment as the Director General of the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). Dr. Pathak, who currently serves as the Secretary of DARE and Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has made remarkable contributions to the field of agriculture. His new role at ICRISAT is a testament to his leadership and vision. The entire IARI alumni community is proud of his achievements and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.