Mangan, October 27: The Agriculture Department, Mangan District, commenced the Khet Bachao Abhiyan – Rabi Season 2026 on 26 October 2026 under the guidance and supervision of Joint Director, Mangan, Shri D. T. Bhutia. The programme began at Ringhim Nampatam GPU with the objective of promoting the conservation and productive utilisation of cultivable land, while creating awareness among farmers about sustainable agricultural practices.
The programme was graced by Shri Sherap Bhutia, Honourable Panchayat President, and the Panchayat members of Ringhim Nampatam GPU. It was also attended by Shri Dinesh Basnett, Head of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) cum Senior Scientist; Shri Pranit Gurung, Deputy Director of Agriculture; Shri Palden Bhutia, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS); Ms. Chimi Yangzom Lepcha, Agriculture Development Officer (ADO), Mangan; along with the Agriculture Inspector and other departmental staff. Their participation highlighted the importance of coordination among local governance institutions, scientific organisations, farmers, and the Agriculture Department.
The nationwide campaign, initiated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, focuses on protecting agricultural land from degradation and underutilisation, improving land management, and encouraging sustainable farming practices. The programme emphasised that conserving cultivable land is essential for protecting farmers’ livelihoods, strengthening food security, and ensuring resilient agricultural development in Mangan District.