Revolution in farming: Shaktiman’s Baler and Dhaan Mitram Rotavator debut in Sri Lanka

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From left: Shaktiman Agro International Business Senior Managers Raghupathi Reddy and Uttam Kumar Nayak, Member of Parliament Sivagnanam Shritharan, and Overseas Automotive Managing Director Asvinash Ramachandran

Shaktiman India (Tirth Agro Technology Ltd.), the world’s largest manufacturer of rotary tillers, has officially introduced two of its advanced agricultural machines — the Shaktiman Baler and the 9-feet “Dhaan Mitram” Rotavator — to the Sri Lankan market for the very first time. The exclusive launch was carried out by Overseas Automotive Ltd., at an Agricultural Machinery Demonstration held on Thursday, 31 July, in Kilinochchi. The event marked a bold new chapter in the modernisation of Sri Lankan agriculture.

Joining the occasion were senior representatives from Shaktiman India, Raghupathi Reddy and Uttam Kumar Nayak, who were present in Sri Lanka to support the launch and engage directly with dealers and farmers through technical demonstrations and field interactions.

The event drew a strong turnout of over 150 participants, including dignitaries, farmers, dealers, and mechanics. Among the attendees were Member of Parliament Sivagnanam Shritharan, and Vavuniya Provincial Councilor P. Thavarasa, who officially declared the event open, underscoring the importance of mechanised solutions in revitalising the Northern and Eastern agricultural landscape.

The live demonstration and proceedings were held across two field locations near Paranthan Junction, Kilinochchi, with guests gathering afterward for presentations and lunch at the Bharathi Resort, Kilinochchi.

The Shaktiman Baler is expected to offer a sustainable solution for managing crop residue by converting straw into compact, transportable bales that can be repurposed for animal feed, composting, biomass energy, and other practical uses. By providing a viable alternative to field burning, this technology encourages more responsible residue management, marking a major step forward in mechanised farming for Sri Lankan paddy fields.

The Dhaan Mitram 9-feet Rotavator, on the other hand, is specially designed to prepare large paddy fields more efficiently. Its superior tilling performance, wider working width, and fuel efficiency are projected to help farmers save both time and operational costs.

“We’re proud to introduce these world-class machines to Sri Lanka for the first time,” said Overseas Automotive Ltd., Managing Director Asvinash Ramachandran. “The Shaktiman Baler and 9ft Dhaan Mitram Rotavator are engineered to help farmers maximise productivity, reduce operational costs, and transition toward a more sustainable, tech-driven future. This launch is just the beginning — we’re committed to bringing global innovation to every Sri Lankan field.”

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