Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 4: The Department of Horticulture Jammu organized a one-day farmers interaction programme in the border area of Pallanwala, in Khour under the chairmanship of Director Horticulture, Jammu, Chaman Lal Sharma.
He was accompanied by Chief Horticulture Officer Jammu, Rakesh Kotwal, MCC Uttam Lal and Horticulture Development Officer Khour, Amit Saraf. The event saw a large number of participants, with a notable presence of women and unemployed youth, underscoring the community’s keen interest in agricultural development.
Speaking on the occasion, Director Horticulture, CL Sharma highlighted the various Centrally and state-sponsored schemes available to farmers, with a special focus on the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). He elaborated on the benefits these schemes offer, particularly to unemployed youth and women farmers. By setting up small-scale fruit processing units and forming self-help groups, farmers can achieve self-reliance and create employment opportunities within their communities.
Director also stressed the importance of these initiatives in promoting sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing the economic stability of farmers. “The HADP is designed to provide comprehensive support, enabling farmers to harness modern techniques and resources for better productivity and profitability,” he said.
During the programme Director also handed over keys of tractors to the beneficiaries under HADP(Farm Mechanization & Automation).
CHO, Jammu Rakesh Kotwal, urged farmers, particularly the educated youth to come forward and take maximum benefits from the schemes under HADP to enhance the production and increase income under the Horticulture sector. He also emphasized the ease and accessibility of the online HADP portal, encouraging farmers to make full use of the available resources to enhance their horticultural practices.
The programme concluded with vote of thanks by HDO Khour, Amit Saraf. He expressed gratitude to all the participants for their enthusiastic involvement and reaffirmed the department’s commitment for supporting the farming community.
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