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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Minister H.K. Patil reviews progress of various tourism projects in Kalaburagi
H.K. Patil, Minister for Law, Justice, Human Rights, Parliamentary Affairs, Legislation, and Tourism, conducted his department's progress review meeting on Saturday regarding various tourism projects identified under the 2020-25 Karnataka Tourism Policy. During the meeting held at the old Aiwan-e-Shahi guest house, Mr. Patil engaged with officials to assess the status of ongoing projects and sought updates on pending works. Anusuyya M. Huggar, deputy director of the Tourism Department, said that the concept report for ₹83.5 crore has been prepared for the development of Ganagapura in Afzalpur taluk and submitted to the government for approval. She stated that once funds are released, all essential infrastructure for tourism development would be provided. Additionally, a ₹100 lakh pilgrim accommodation project at Gattargi village is progressing. Officials also briefed the Minister on proposals submitted for the development of tourist destinations. Mr. Patil promised that he would work closely with relevant authorities to expedite the release of funds for tourism projects. He also highlighted that the 2024-25 Budget included plans for water adventure sports and tourism activities at Chandramapalli reservoir, which have recently commenced. The Minister added that several key tourist sites in Kalaburagi district were included under the 'Tourism Mitra' scheme, with 48 personnel appointed to assist visitors. Mr. Patil added that unemployed individuals would receive four to five months of skill development training, and ₹5 lakh financial assistance for mobile canteen operations under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) to Scheduled Tribes. Three new proposals have been submitted, including land allocations for tourism activities in Atanur in Afzalpur taluk (2 acres, 30 guntas) and Kesartagi in Kalaburagi taluk (3.5 acres). Officials informed the Minister that ₹1,359 crore has been sanctioned for tourism projects across six implementing agencies. Rajaram, assistant director of Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, said that the discussions were on in his department for heritage conservation efforts at Nagavi's 60 Pillar temple, Nandeshwara temple, Kari mosque, Sanjeevini Anjaneya temple, and archaeological exploration at Madhusudana temple. He added that a detailed project report was submitted for Kanaganahalli Information Centre in Chittapur taluk, with site inspections conducted by Dwijaa Associates and IDIC Bengaluru.
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
ICAR-CCRI holds training on citrus production technolgy in Arunachal
Nagpur: ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute ( ICAR-CCRI ), Nagpur, in collaboration with the ICAR-National Research Centre on Yak (ICAR-NRCY), Dirang, successfully organised a one-day training-cum-input distribution programme on Improved Citrus Production Technology on May 3 at the ICAR-NRCY campus, Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh. The initiative was conducted under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) scheme, with a focus on enhancing the livelihoods of tribal farmers through science-led agricultural event was held under the leadership of Dr Dilip Ghosh, Director, ICAR-CCRI, who emphasised the urgent need to address the multifaceted challenges confronting citriculture in Northeast India. He underscored the critical role of rapid technology transfer and capacity building in bridging knowledge gaps and boosting productivity. Dr Ghosh also highlighted ICAR-CCRI's ongoing outreach initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable citrus cultivation in Arunachal Pradesh and other North-eastern Mihir Sarkar, Director, ICAR-NRCY, lauded the collaborative effort as a significant step towards empowering tribal communities by introducing them to viable citrus-based livelihood opportunities.A key highlight of the programme was the establishment of a demonstration block of six improved citrus varieties at the ICAR-NRCY campus, envisioned as a model learning site for local farmers. The demonstration block aims to provide hands-on exposure to modern citrus farming 50 tribal farmers from West Kameng district participated in the event. Following the technical sessions, dignitaries distributed agro-input kits and quality planting materials to the farmers. The programme witnessed active participation from officials of ICAR-NRCY and Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), making it a landmark event in the region's agricultural development initiative is expected to significantly contribute to the socio-economic upliftment of tribal communities and lay the foundation for transforming parts of Arunachal Pradesh into a promising hub for citrus production in programme was coordinated by Dr NM Meshram, senior scientist & TSP nodal officer, and Dr SS Roy, principal scientist & member, TSP. The ICAR-CCRI team also visited local citrus orchards and interacted with the farmers.
