Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Srinagar, under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension, SKUAST-K, organized a Mega Agriculture Awareness Cum Kisan Mela on 11 September 2025 at Bakshipora, Eidgah, Srinagar. The event was organized in collaboration with the J&K Rural Development Society with the objective of bridging the gap between agricultural research and farmers’ fields by promoting scientific knowledge, innovative technologies, and improved farming practices among the farming community.
The Kisan Mela was inaugurated by Shri Mubarak Gul, Hon’ble MLA, Eidgah Constituency, and Prof. Raihana H. Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, in the presence of Mr. Yunus Mubarak Gul, Chairman, J&K Rural Development Society, and Prof. Shamim A. Simnani, Head, KVK Srinagar. The gathering highlighted the importance of strengthening collaboration between agricultural research institutions, extension agencies, and farmers to facilitate the adoption of modern and sustainable agricultural practices.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Mubarak Gul, Hon’ble MLA, Eidgah Constituency, emphasized the significance of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) as a transformative initiative for the agricultural sector of Jammu and Kashmir. He highlighted its potential to promote self-sufficiency in agriculture, generate employment opportunities, strengthen the farming community, boost the rural economy, and reduce dependence on imports. He also appreciated the efforts of KVK Srinagar in translating scientific advancements into practical field-level applications and supporting farmers in adopting innovative agricultural practices.
The Mega Kisan Mela served as an important platform for strengthening farmer–scientist interactions and disseminating information on improved agricultural technologies and development initiatives. Such programmes help farmers gain greater awareness of scientific innovations and encourage the adoption of practices that can improve productivity, sustainability, and farm incomes.
Through this initiative, KVK Srinagar, SKUAST-K, reaffirmed its commitment to agricultural extension, technology dissemination, and farmer empowerment. The event underscored the importance of collaborative efforts among research institutions, government agencies, and rural development organizations in advancing sustainable agriculture and improving livelihood opportunities for the farming community.
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