UDHAMPUR: A Resham Krishi Mela was organized today here in Ramkote by the Central Silk Board in collaboration with the Directorate of Sericulture Development Department, Jammu & Kashmir. Dr. N.K Bhatia was the chief guest, and Ashwani Kumar Sharma, Additional Director Jammu was the Guest of Honour. Around 250 rearers from Udhampur District participated in the event.
In the technical session, Dr. Santosh Kumar, Scientist Incharge RSRS Jammu, delivered a lecture on mulberry cultivation and maintenance of mulberry plantation. Dr. Amar Dev, Incharge SSPC Laddan Udhampur, provided insights into silkworm rearing techniques, while Dr. N.S Gehtot, Incharge DCTC Jammu, discussed post-cocoon activities. The best progressive rearers of the area were also honored during the mela.