Press Release
Press Release from Agriculture Department, Pakyong District
Information & Public Relations Department
Khet Bachao Abhiyan Conducted at Parakha BAC for Riwa Machong and Latuk Barapathing GPU
Pakyong, June 10: As part of the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan (Save the Field Campaign) being observed from 1st June to 30th June 2026 under the directives of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, a farmer awareness programme was successfully conducted at Parakha BAC for farmers of Riwa Machong and Latuk Barapathing GPUs.
The programme was graced by Shri Manoj Rai, Hon’ble Panchayat President, Riwa Machong, as the Chief Guest. The event witnessed the active participation of Shri Tshering Chophel Bhutia, Additional Director, Agriculture & Horticulture Department; Ms. Rebecca Gurung, Deputy Director, Agriculture Department; Dr. Angam Ralang, Assistant Professor, CAEPHT, CAU Imphal; Dr. K. Swapna Rani, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK ICAR; Dr. Shrawani K., SMS (Agricultural Extension), KVK; Smt. Menuka Rai, Horticulture Development Officer (HDO); Shri Tashi Gyamtso Bhutia, Agriculture Development Officer (ADO); Smt. Sabina Gurung, Agriculture Inspector (AI); Dr. Punam Chhetri, SRF, KVK; Shri Udhav Bhattarai, Agricultural Technology Manager (ATM); field functionaries; and farmers from the area.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Shri Tashi Gyamtso Bhutia, Agriculture Development Officer (ADO), who welcomed the dignitaries and participants and highlighted the significance of the Khet Bachao Abhiyan in promoting sustainable agriculture and safeguarding agricultural land.
During the technical session, Ms Rebecca Gurung, Deputy Director, Agriculture Department, provided an overview of the Khet Bachao Abhiyan and elaborated on the importance of organic farming, soil health and fertility management, and the various schemes implemented by the Agriculture Department for the welfare and benefit of farmers.
This was followed by an address from Smt. Menuka Rai, Horticulture Development Officer (HDO), who provided detailed insights into various horticulture development schemes. She also emphasized the use of Protein Bait Spray in citrus cultivation as an effective measure for managing fruit fly infestation and improving fruit quality and yield.
Dr K. Swapna Rani, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK ICAR, provided an overview of the activities and services undertaken by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra and shared technical recommendations on crop protection, pest management, and sustainable agricultural and horticultural practices.
The programme was also addressed by Dr. Angam Ralang, Assistant Professor, CAEPHT, CAU Imphal, who highlighted the role of scientific and technological interventions in agriculture and emphasized the importance of adopting modern farming techniques for sustainable agricultural development.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Tshering Chophel Bhutia, Additional Director, Agriculture & Horticulture Department, Pakyong, shared information on various departmental initiatives and schemes and encouraged farmers to adopt scientific farming practices, diversify agricultural activities, and make optimum use of the support services available through the department.
The keynote address was delivered by Shri Manoj Rai, Hon’ble Panchayat President, Riwa Machong, who appreciated the efforts of the Agriculture and Horticulture Departments in organizing the programme. He encouraged farmers to actively participate in government schemes, adopt improved farming practices, and continue utilizing agricultural land productively to enhance farm income and livelihood security.
The programme concluded with an interactive discussion session, during which farmers actively participated and raised queries related to agriculture, horticulture, soil health, crop protection, and government support programmes. The resource persons addressed the concerns of the farmers and provided technical guidance and recommendations.
The vote of thanks was proposed by Shri Udhav Bhattarai, Agricultural Technology Manager (ATM), who expressed gratitude to the Chief Guest, dignitaries, resource persons, officials, farmers, and all stakeholders for their active participation and support in making the programme a success.
The programme was organized by the Agriculture & Horticulture Department, Pakyong, in coordination with ATMA, KVK, and CAEPHT, with the objective of creating awareness among farmers on sustainable agriculture, soil health management, organic farming, crop protection, and various government schemes aimed at improving farm productivity and livelihood security.
The Khet Bachao Abhiyan continues to create awareness among farmers on the importance of protecting agricultural land, adopting scientific and sustainable farming practices, and enhancing agricultural productivity, thereby contributing towards the overall development of the farming community in Pakyong District.
Pakyong, June 10: As part of the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan (Save the Field Campaign) being observed from 1st June to 30th June 2026 under the directives of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, a farmer awareness programme was successfully conducted at Parakha BAC for farmers of Riwa Machong and Latuk Barapathing GPUs.
The programme was graced by Shri Manoj Rai, Hon’ble Panchayat President, Riwa Machong, as the Chief Guest. The event witnessed the active participation of Shri Tshering Chophel Bhutia, Additional Director, Agriculture & Horticulture Department; Ms. Rebecca Gurung, Deputy Director, Agriculture Department; Dr. Angam Ralang, Assistant Professor, CAEPHT, CAU Imphal; Dr. K. Swapna Rani, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK ICAR; Dr. Shrawani K., SMS (Agricultural Extension), KVK; Smt. Menuka Rai, Horticulture Development Officer (HDO); Shri Tashi Gyamtso Bhutia, Agriculture Development Officer (ADO); Smt. Sabina Gurung, Agriculture Inspector (AI); Dr. Punam Chhetri, SRF, KVK; Shri Udhav Bhattarai, Agricultural Technology Manager (ATM); field functionaries; and farmers from the area.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Shri Tashi Gyamtso Bhutia, Agriculture Development Officer (ADO), who welcomed the dignitaries and participants and highlighted the significance of the Khet Bachao Abhiyan in promoting sustainable agriculture and safeguarding agricultural land.
During the technical session, Ms Rebecca Gurung, Deputy Director, Agriculture Department, provided an overview of the Khet Bachao Abhiyan and elaborated on the importance of organic farming, soil health and fertility management, and the various schemes implemented by the Agriculture Department for the welfare and benefit of farmers.
This was followed by an address from Smt. Menuka Rai, Horticulture Development Officer (HDO), who provided detailed insights into various horticulture development schemes. She also emphasized the use of Protein Bait Spray in citrus cultivation as an effective measure for managing fruit fly infestation and improving fruit quality and yield.
Dr K. Swapna Rani, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK ICAR, provided an overview of the activities and services undertaken by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra and shared technical recommendations on crop protection, pest management, and sustainable agricultural and horticultural practices.
The programme was also addressed by Dr. Angam Ralang, Assistant Professor, CAEPHT, CAU Imphal, who highlighted the role of scientific and technological interventions in agriculture and emphasized the importance of adopting modern farming techniques for sustainable agricultural development.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Tshering Chophel Bhutia, Additional Director, Agriculture & Horticulture Department, Pakyong, shared information on various departmental initiatives and schemes and encouraged farmers to adopt scientific farming practices, diversify agricultural activities, and make optimum use of the support services available through the department.
The keynote address was delivered by Shri Manoj Rai, Hon’ble Panchayat President, Riwa Machong, who appreciated the efforts of the Agriculture and Horticulture Departments in organizing the programme. He encouraged farmers to actively participate in government schemes, adopt improved farming practices, and continue utilizing agricultural land productively to enhance farm income and livelihood security.
The programme concluded with an interactive discussion session, during which farmers actively participated and raised queries related to agriculture, horticulture, soil health, crop protection, and government support programmes. The resource persons addressed the concerns of the farmers and provided technical guidance and recommendations.
The vote of thanks was proposed by Shri Udhav Bhattarai, Agricultural Technology Manager (ATM), who expressed gratitude to the Chief Guest, dignitaries, resource persons, officials, farmers, and all stakeholders for their active participation and support in making the programme a success.
The programme was organized by the Agriculture & Horticulture Department, Pakyong, in coordination with ATMA, KVK, and CAEPHT, with the objective of creating awareness among farmers on sustainable agriculture, soil health management, organic farming, crop protection, and various government schemes aimed at improving farm productivity and livelihood security.
The Khet Bachao Abhiyan continues to create awareness among farmers on the importance of protecting agricultural land, adopting scientific and sustainable farming practices, and enhancing agricultural productivity, thereby contributing towards the overall development of the farming community in Pakyong District.
