RAJOURI, Oct 19: Students of Classes 9th to 12th of Government Higher Secondary School, Udhan, Zone Khwas, Rajouri, visited the Departmental Apiaries at SMF Lamberi as part of an educational and knowledge-enrichment visit to learn about beekeeping and its importance in agriculture.
During the visit, Vikram Katryal, Apiculture Development Assistant, Apiculture Development Scheme, Rajouri, delivered a detailed lecture on beekeeping, highlighting its various benefits, economic potential, and role in enhancing agricultural productivity through pollination. He also familiarised the students with the basics of apiculture and its importance as a source of livelihood and self-employment.
The visit was conducted under the directions of the Chief Agriculture Officer, Rajouri, and the Apiculture Development Officer, Rajouri, with the objective of creating awareness among students about modern beekeeping practices and the scope of apiculture as a sustainable livelihood option.
The practical demonstration and field visit were facilitated by Kamal Jeet Choudhary, Field Assistant (FA), Apiculture, and Mohd Shabir, Khalasi, Apiculture. The students were given an opportunity to observe departmental apiaries and gain practical knowledge about beekeeping activities.
The staff members of Government Higher Secondary School, Udhan, accompanied the students throughout the visit and appreciated the initiative for providing valuable practical exposure beyond the classroom.
The educational visit proved informative and beneficial, helping students understand the significance of beekeeping in agricultural development, biodiversity conservation, and rural livelihood generation.