Mayabunder, Oct. 23: The Department of Agriculture, Mayabunder, and UT-ATMA, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Nimbudera, organized a District-Level Launch Programme under the Khet Bachao Abhiyan at the Panchayat Hall of Gram Panchayat Rampur yesterday. The programme aimed to create awareness among farmers about the importance of soil health, judicious fertilizer application, water conservation, and the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices.
Shri Krishna Chaitanya, ADM, N&M Andaman District, and Shri Mohd. Yunus, BDO, Mayabunder, also addressed the participants and urged them to actively participate in the campaign and adopt responsible farming practices to safeguard soil health, conserve natural resources, and promote sustainable agricultural development. Shri. Ananda Rajan, Up-Pradhan of Gram Panchayat Rampur also attended the event.
During the technical session, Dr. Manoj Kumar, SMS, KVK, Nimbudera delivered a detailed information on the objectives, key components, and implementation strategies of the Khet Bachao Abhiyan.
In her address, Smt. Shamna Salam, Agriculture Officer, Mayabunder, highlighted the importance of improving soil health, conserving water resources, and promoting rainwater harvesting.