Remembering Dr. Khem Singh Gill - A Beacon of Agriculture, Education and Service.

Honoring Padma Bhushan Dr. Khem Singh Gill Ji (1-9-1930 to 17-9-2019) on his 6th Barsi: A Beacon of Agriculture, Education and Service.

On this solemn occasion, we pay tribute to Dr. Khem Singh Gill Ji , a visionary whose contributions transformed agriculture, education and rural upliftment. A live telecast of the BarsiSamagam is being streamed from GurudwaraBaru Sahib.As one of the pioneering figures of India’s Green Revolution, Dr. Gill’s

contributions to crop science and food security reshaped the nation’s agricultural landscape. A distinguished academic, his educational journey began with a B.Sc. from Khalsa College, Amritsar (1949) and M.Sc. from Panjab University (1951). In pursuit of advanced research, he earned a Ph.D. in Plant Genetics from the University of California (1966) and later served as the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University, inspiring generations of scholars and farmers alike.

Guided by the teachings of Sant Teja Singh Ji and working closely with Sant Baba Iqbal Singh Ji, Dr. Gill embraced spirituality as a foundation for service. Their shared vision materialized in the establishment of 129+ Akal Academies across rural India, bringing holistic education to underserved communities.

His enduring legacy is preserved at Baru Sahib, where the Dr. Khem Singh Gill Akal College of Agriculture (DKSGACA) at Eternal University carries forward his mission through research and learning that blend science with ethics.

His legacy continues to inspire future generations in their pursuit of excellence and community development