Press Release
Press Release from the Agriculture Department, Mangan
Information & Public Relations Department
District-Level Krishi Mela Celebrated at Mangan.
Mangan, 3rd November: The Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), Mangan District, under the Agriculture Department, Government of Sikkim, successfully organised the District-Level Krishi Mela 2026 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mangan. The event was organised under the theme “Women Farmers in Agriculture”, in observance of the International Year of Women Farmers 2026, highlighting the significant contribution of women in the agricultural sector.
The programme was graced by the Hon’ble Zilla Adhyaksha of Mangan District, Shri Kado Lepcha, as the Chief Guest. The occasion was further dignified by the presence of the Chairman of the Horticulture Department Mrs Ongkit Lepcha, as the Guest of Honour, along with Shri Dup Tshering Bhutia, Project Director, ATMA, Mangan District, Shri Dinesh Basnet, Head of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mangan, Deputy Directors, Agriculture and Horticulture Department, Agriculture Development Officers, departmental officials and progressive farmers.
The programme commenced with a warm welcome to the dignitaries, followed by a visit to the exhibition stalls showcasing various agricultural and horticultural products, innovations and activities undertaken by progressive farmers of the district.
The formal programme began with the welcome address delivered by Miss Chimi Yangzom Lepcha, Agriculture Development Officer, Mangan. This was followed by an address by the Shri D. T Bhutia, Project Director-cum-Joint Director, Agriculture Department, who highlighted the importance of agricultural development and the role of farmers in strengthening the agricultural economy.
A presentation on various ATMA schemes and activities was delivered by Shri Padam Gurung, Deputy Project Director, ATMA, Mangan District, providing insights into the various initiatives and support mechanisms available for farmers. Subsequently, a technical presentation on Soil Health Management was delivered by Mr. Palden Bhutia, Subject Matter Specialist (Soil Science), KVK Mangan, emphasising the importance of maintaining soil fertility, adopting sustainable agricultural practices and promoting soil health for improved crop productivity.
An important highlight of the event was the distribution of the District-Level ATMA Awards and Block-Level ATMA Awards to progressive farmers in recognition of their contributions and achievements in the agricultural sector.
The programme also witnessed the distribution of cheques to beneficiaries under various ATMA components, including Seed Money Support, Farmers’ Interest Group (FIG) Support Fund and Farmer Friend Honorarium, aimed at encouraging farmer participation, strengthening farmer groups and supporting grassroots-level agricultural activities.
Addressing the gathering, the Hon’ble Chief Guest, Shri Kado Lepcha, appreciated the initiatives undertaken by the Agriculture Department and ATMA in promoting agricultural development in the district. He emphasised the importance of recognising farmer’s contributions, encouraging progressive farming practices and extending institutional support to strengthen the farming community.
The event also placed special emphasis on recognising the vital role of women farmers in agriculture, acknowledging their contributions to food security, farm management, livelihood generation and the overall development of the rural economy.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Miss Thendal Zangmu Lepcha, Agriculture Development Officer, Kabi.The event was successfully coordinated by Mr Pranit Gurung, Deputy Director, Mangan District.
Mangan, 3rd November: The Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), Mangan District, under the Agriculture Department, Government of Sikkim, successfully organised the District-Level Krishi Mela 2026 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mangan. The event was organised under the theme “Women Farmers in Agriculture”, in observance of the International Year of Women Farmers 2026, highlighting the significant contribution of women in the agricultural sector.
The programme was graced by the Hon’ble Zilla Adhyaksha of Mangan District, Shri Kado Lepcha, as the Chief Guest. The occasion was further dignified by the presence of the Chairman of the Horticulture Department Mrs Ongkit Lepcha, as the Guest of Honour, along with Shri Dup Tshering Bhutia, Project Director, ATMA, Mangan District, Shri Dinesh Basnet, Head of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mangan, Deputy Directors, Agriculture and Horticulture Department, Agriculture Development Officers, departmental officials and progressive farmers.
The programme commenced with a warm welcome to the dignitaries, followed by a visit to the exhibition stalls showcasing various agricultural and horticultural products, innovations and activities undertaken by progressive farmers of the district.
The formal programme began with the welcome address delivered by Miss Chimi Yangzom Lepcha, Agriculture Development Officer, Mangan. This was followed by an address by the Shri D. T Bhutia, Project Director-cum-Joint Director, Agriculture Department, who highlighted the importance of agricultural development and the role of farmers in strengthening the agricultural economy.
A presentation on various ATMA schemes and activities was delivered by Shri Padam Gurung, Deputy Project Director, ATMA, Mangan District, providing insights into the various initiatives and support mechanisms available for farmers. Subsequently, a technical presentation on Soil Health Management was delivered by Mr. Palden Bhutia, Subject Matter Specialist (Soil Science), KVK Mangan, emphasising the importance of maintaining soil fertility, adopting sustainable agricultural practices and promoting soil health for improved crop productivity.
An important highlight of the event was the distribution of the District-Level ATMA Awards and Block-Level ATMA Awards to progressive farmers in recognition of their contributions and achievements in the agricultural sector.
The programme also witnessed the distribution of cheques to beneficiaries under various ATMA components, including Seed Money Support, Farmers’ Interest Group (FIG) Support Fund and Farmer Friend Honorarium, aimed at encouraging farmer participation, strengthening farmer groups and supporting grassroots-level agricultural activities.
Addressing the gathering, the Hon’ble Chief Guest, Shri Kado Lepcha, appreciated the initiatives undertaken by the Agriculture Department and ATMA in promoting agricultural development in the district. He emphasised the importance of recognising farmer’s contributions, encouraging progressive farming practices and extending institutional support to strengthen the farming community.
The event also placed special emphasis on recognising the vital role of women farmers in agriculture, acknowledging their contributions to food security, farm management, livelihood generation and the overall development of the rural economy.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Miss Thendal Zangmu Lepcha, Agriculture Development Officer, Kabi.The event was successfully coordinated by Mr Pranit Gurung, Deputy Director, Mangan District.
