Press Release
Press release from Agriculture Departmen
Information & Public Relations Department
Report on Khet Bachao Abhiyan
The Agriculture Department organized the “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” awareness programme on 27th October 2026 at Rawtey Rumtek, under Ranka Block, with the objective of promoting sustainable agricultural practices and creating awareness among farmers about various agricultural and horticultural schemes.
The programme was conducted in the presence of Panchayat President, Mr. Sonam Tsh Bhutia (Rawtey Rumtek); Deputy Director of Agriculture, Mr. Bharat Sharma; KVK Scientist, Mr. Boniface Lepcha; Agriculture Inspector, Ms. Nasreen Thapa; Horticulture Inspector, Ms. Anjana Subba; and BTM, Ms. Geeta Sharma.
During the programme, the officials provided information on various schemes and benefits available under the Agriculture and Horticulture Departments. Emphasis was laid on the importance of soil health and fertility management, soil conservation, and the adoption of improved farming practices to enhance agricultural productivity. Soil Health Cards were distributed to farmers to help them understand the nutrient status of their soil and make informed decisions regarding fertilizer application. Mustard seeds were also distributed to encourage farmers to undertake mustard cultivation.
A total of 52 farmers, comprising 32 males and 20 females, actively participated in the programme. The initiative aimed to strengthen farmers’ awareness, promote sustainable farming, and improve agricultural production and livelihood opportunities in the area.
The Agriculture Department organized the “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” awareness programme on 27th October 2026 at Rawtey Rumtek, under Ranka Block, with the objective of promoting sustainable agricultural practices and creating awareness among farmers about various agricultural and horticultural schemes.
The programme was conducted in the presence of Panchayat President, Mr. Sonam Tsh Bhutia (Rawtey Rumtek); Deputy Director of Agriculture, Mr. Bharat Sharma; KVK Scientist, Mr. Boniface Lepcha; Agriculture Inspector, Ms. Nasreen Thapa; Horticulture Inspector, Ms. Anjana Subba; and BTM, Ms. Geeta Sharma.
During the programme, the officials provided information on various schemes and benefits available under the Agriculture and Horticulture Departments. Emphasis was laid on the importance of soil health and fertility management, soil conservation, and the adoption of improved farming practices to enhance agricultural productivity. Soil Health Cards were distributed to farmers to help them understand the nutrient status of their soil and make informed decisions regarding fertilizer application. Mustard seeds were also distributed to encourage farmers to undertake mustard cultivation.
A total of 52 farmers, comprising 32 males and 20 females, actively participated in the programme. The initiative aimed to strengthen farmers’ awareness, promote sustainable farming, and improve agricultural production and livelihood opportunities in the area.
