AOL-SSIAST Honored for Advancing Natural Farming and Farmer Empowerment in India
The Art of Living - Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences Technology Trust (AOL-SSIAST) received the AIASA National Award 2026, Institution of Excellence Award 2025, recognizing its contributions to sustainable agriculture and Natural Farming. Founded in 2009 under Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's guidance, AOL-SSIAST promotes traditional and practical farming methods to reduce synthetic inputs, improve soil health, and empower farmers. Over 3.5 million farmers across 24 states have been trained, with more than 556,000 acres converted to climate-resilient agriculture.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (76/100). Lens Score 44/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 30 Sept, 08:39 am. Other outlets followed.