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AKHNOOR: The Department of Horticulture, Jammu organized a comprehensive Horticulture Awareness and Development Camp at Chak Brahmana, Akhnoor, in line with the Modi government’s strong emphasis on strengthening agriculture and farming to reinforce the rural economy.
The camp aimed to promote modern horticultural practices, encourage crop diversification, and create awareness about government schemes designed to enhance farmers’ income and contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat through farmer empowerment.
Sat Sharma, MP (Rajya Sabha) and President, J&K BJP, Jugal Kishore Sharma, MP (Lok Sabha), Mohan Lal Bhagat, MLA Akhnoor, Gul Sayeed, Director Horticulture, Jammu, R.K. Kotwal, Chief Horticulture Officer, Jammu, and Sandeep Sharma, Horticulture Development Officer (HDO), Akhnoor, along with other officials and stakeholders, were special dignitaries present in the camp.
The programme began with an overview of horticulture initiatives aimed at boosting fruit production in the Akhnoor block. A large number of farmers and community members participated actively.
Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, agriculture and horticulture have been placed at the centre of rural development policies. He stated that a strong rural economy is essential for a Viksit Bharat, and this can only be achieved by empowering farmers with modern technology, scientific knowledge, and financial support. Sat Sharma urged farmers to fully utilize schemes like the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), which provide subsidies, quality planting material, technical guidance, and market linkages. He emphasized diversification into high-value fruit crops to ensure sustainable income and long-term livelihood security.
Jugal Kishore Sharma stated that the Modi government’s vision focuses on transforming farmers into agri-entrepreneurs. He highlighted the immense horticulture potential of Jammu and strongly advocated the cultivation of dragon fruit, describing it as a high-income, low-water crop suitable for the region. He encouraged farmers to adopt innovative crops and avail government support to enhance their earnings.
Mohan Lal Bhagat appreciated the initiative and said such camps bridge the gap between farmers and experts at the grassroots level. He added that timely guidance, quality inputs, and awareness about schemes are crucial for improving yields and strengthening farmers’ income in the Akhnoor constituency.
Director Horticulture, reaffirmed the Department’s commitment to supporting farmers with training, market access, and scheme implementation in collaboration with field-level officers including the Chief Horticulture Officer and HDO Akhnoor.
District Prabhari Vinay Mahajan, District President Kuldeep Sharma, former VC Kissan Board Daljit Chib, senior leaders Parduman Singh, Manmohan Singh, Jagdish Bhagat and others were among the prominent present in the camp.
