Over 100 Krishi Udyamis Participate in One-Day Training Programme under HADP at Doda
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DODA, November 1:- The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Doda, successfully organized a One-Day Training Programme for Krishi Udyamis under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) at Community Hall, Doda.
The event, which witnessed the participation of over 100 Krishi Udyamis from various parts of the district, was held under the guidance of the Deputy Commissioner Doda, Sh. Harvinder Singh (IAS). The programme aimed to empower agricultural entrepreneurs with knowledge, innovation, and digital tools to strengthen the agri-based economy of the region.
The programme was inaugurated by the Chief Agriculture Officer, Doda, Shri Amjad Hussain Malik, and was graced by the worthy Deputy Commissioner Doda, Sh. Harvinder Singh (IAS), as the Chief Guest.
The Deputy Commissioner Doda appreciated the efforts of the Agriculture Department and the enthusiastic participation of the Krishi Udyamis. He emphasized the importance of adopting innovative and sustainable agricultural practices, integrating digital services through Kissan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) and Common Service Centres (CSCs), and promoting entrepreneurship for rural development. He further encouraged participants to expand their services to include essential agricultural inputs, digital transactions, and financial services, thereby ensuring transparency, digital inclusion, and ease of access for the farming community.
The technical sessions were conducted by experts including Shri Vivek Verma, Field Officer, IFFCO J&K; Shri Kumar Vivek Sahai, Senior Manager, Nature Bio Foods Ltd (through virtual mode); Shri Touqeer Bagban, Managing Director, JK Aroma; and Shri Ashiq Hussain Mehta, District Manager, CSC Doda. These experts shared valuable insights on agribusiness opportunities, sustainable farming models, digital empowerment, and the integration of modern tools for strengthening the agriculture sector.
As part of the programme, CSC onboarding devices and POS machines were distributed among the Krishi Udyamis to facilitate digital payments and promote e-governance in the agricultural ecosystem of the district.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Shri Susheel Rattan Sharma, Nodal Officer, HADP Doda, who expressed gratitude to all participants, guests, and stakeholders for their active support and reaffirmed the Department’s commitment to fostering agri-entrepreneurship, innovation, and self-reliance among the farmers of Doda.
