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Distant yet together: A poignant celebration of our Annual Day

  1. NewsletterHappenings In-house version 24 December 2020, No.1886 Distant yet together: A poignant celebration of our Annual Day Reflection, gratitude and anticipation mark the occasion Dr Prabhu Pingali, Chair, Governing Board, ICRISAT, in his video message. Dr Jacqueline Hughes, Director General, ICRISAT, speaking to the staff about past challenges and future ventures. Photo: S Punna, ICRISAT With the pandemic creating havoc and disrupting lives across the globe in many ways, 2020 has been a turbulent year for ICRISAT and its workforce. Despite the challenges and constraints, the team came together as one to celebrate our 48th Annual Day – from a distance, yet with sensitivity, dignity and gratitude. It was a celebration of hard work and dedication, as much as hope and determination to overcome all hurdles. This year’s celebrations were observed with a difference – with precautions against the pandemic taking utmost priority. Most of our staff joined virtually while the staff receiving the awards were present in person. In his message, Dr Prabhu Pingali, Chair, ICRISAT Governing Board, was glad that ICRISAT was able, despite the challenges, to celebrate the achievements and the impact that ICRISAT has on the lives of the poor, especially those in the drylands. “I’m delighted that ICRISAT continues to be a leader in science, all the way from genomics to social sciences. The work it is doing in innovative plant breeding – shifting from traditional breeding activities towards modern breeding platforms, looking at product portfolios and breeding innovations – is very significant,” he said. Addressing all staff, Dr Jacqueline Hughes, Director General, ICRISAT, commended each member of the staff, who, in their own way, had contributed immensely to make it possible for the research and development work to continue uninterrupted – managing work from home, working at odd and extended hours while supporting their loved ones through ill health and other crises. She also thanked all those who were working hard to make the transition to One CGIAR a reality, “for their support, flexibility and generosity of spirit.” “This turbulent time has shown us that it is a time for doers, makers and risk-takers,” said Dr Jackie, emphasizing that this year has taught many to think out of the box and work together so that “the end result is greater than the sum of the parts,” she said. On the use of modern tools and technologies she said, “Let’s embrace the possibilities, leapfrog current technology limitations to provide better and new services, develop an enabled vision and move forward with ingenious use of technologies to help us do our work better, more effectively and more intelligently.”
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