JAMMU, Jun 12: As part of the ongoing “Khet Bachao Abhiyan”, an extensive Awareness and Outreach Programme was organized in Sub-Division Marh with the objective of promoting sustainable horticulture and agriculture practices among farmers and other stakeholders.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from farmers, youth, agripreneurs, progressive growers, and representatives of allied sectors. During the event, Dr. Nazran Khan, Horticulture Development Officer, Jammu, sensitized the participants about the role of the Department of Horticulture and highlighted various departmental schemes, components, incentives, and subsidies available for the welfare and economic upliftment of farming communities.
Special emphasis was laid on the importance of soil health management, balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, conservation of natural resources, and adoption of sustainable horticultural practices to ensure long-term productivity, environmental protection, and food safety. Farmers were encouraged to embrace scientific and eco-friendly cultivation techniques for improving crop yields while preserving soil fertility and ecological balance.
The programme also served as a platform for interaction between farmers and departmental officers, enabling participants to seek guidance on various horticulture-related issues and government support mechanisms.
MLA Marh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and appreciated the efforts being undertaken under the “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” to create awareness among farming communities regarding sustainable land use and agricultural development.
The event was further dignified by the presence of the Director Agriculture, Jammu, along with senior officers from the Agriculture Department and various allied sectors, who emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to promote sustainable farming practices and safeguard agricultural land for future generations.
The participants expressed appreciation for the initiative and pledged to adopt environmentally responsible and sustainable farming practices in their respective areas. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks and a collective resolve to strengthen the objectives of the “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” across the region.