AR-007 MPSM Papers
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Item Apan_weekly_Special Issue 1_page4AR-007-0008The article emphasizes the scientific approach to soyabean cultivation as part of efforts to promote science awareness among farmers in Maharashtra, particularly in the Baraya and Nashik regions. It discusses the agronomic principles of soil preparation, seed selection, fertilizer use, and pest control, encouraging farmers to adopt scientific farming methods over traditional trial-and-error practices.(24-04-1971)Item Ghinchidibai_volumeAR-007-0007Ghinchidbai' c.1994, a literacy book by Vishwa Mandal Sevashram featuring children’s songs translated into the Pawari language by Pawara community members, highlighting efforts toward indigenous language revitalization. The songs provides understanding of how indigenous people see change in weather and nature.(1994)Item Literacy plan volume_Nishant Part 6 of 6AR-007-0006This volume contains a collection of short stories and poems designed for Adivasi children as part of the community education programme. The stories offer simple, engaging narratives that explain traditional methods of preparing organic fertilizers using commonly available trees and plants. The poems further support learning by highlighting themes of nature, village life, and ecological awareness, making the booklet both educational and culturally rooted.(2000)Item Photographs documenting engineering innovationAR-007-0062The first photograph captures a formal gathering at MPSM featuring Joseph Kückmann, MPSM staff, and representatives from Mahindra and various automobile companies, assembled to witness the demonstration of a newly converted diesel-to-petrol engine fitted in a tractor. The second photograph shows Joseph Kückmann operating the first imported Halco Miner borewell machine from Germany, drilling in the rural areas of Nashik. The third photograph features Mr. Daniel Ankaipagar seated inside an ambulance equipped with the converted engine, accompanied by Sisters from Krupa Prasad, Nashik.(Undated)Item Untilted_Diary of Daniel AnkaiPagarAR-007-0061This diary belonged to Mr. Daniel Ankaipagar and records his daily work schedule from the year 1964 to 1970, including hours of duty, shifts timing notes on meetings, and brief remarks on project, name of framers to whom the first tractor in Nashik was rented on hourly. The entries also document his travel plans, routes taken, and visits to various field sites, offering valuable insight into the day-to-day operations and outreach efforts of MPSM. The diary serves as a firsthand account of scientific innovation and logistical coordination during his tenure.(1964 - 1966)