Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Srinagar, SKUAST-K, organized the third phase of the Kisan Sampark Abhiyan – Rural Credit Workshop on 18 August 2025 at Khonmoh, Srinagar, under the Jammu and Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors (JKCIP-IFAD) initiative. The programme was aimed at strengthening engagement with the farming community and creating awareness about rural credit facilities and institutional support available to farmers for agricultural and allied-sector activities.
The workshop was jointly presided over by Mr. Ajaz Hussain, DDC Member, Balhama, and Mr. Manzoor Ahmad Bhat, DDC Member, Khonmoh. Their participation highlighted the importance of collaboration between local representatives and agricultural institutions in addressing the needs and concerns of the farming community.
The Kisan Sampark Abhiyan serves as an important outreach initiative to facilitate interaction between farmers and relevant stakeholders, particularly in matters related to rural credit and agricultural development. Such workshops help farmers become better informed about available financial support mechanisms and encourage them to explore institutional credit for improving farm productivity, strengthening allied activities, and enhancing household livelihoods.
Through the implementation of JKCIP-IFAD activities, KVK Srinagar, SKUAST-K, continues its efforts to connect farming communities with relevant departmental services and support systems. The programme reflects a continued focus on improving farmers’ access to information and resources, promoting sustainable agricultural practices, and strengthening livelihood opportunities in the region.
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