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India Gazette
2 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Tripura farmers to benefit from AI and Drone Tech: CM Manik Saha
Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 30 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that the primary goal of his government is to achieve food self-sufficiency through the use of advanced technology. 'The state government is working with special emphasis on increasing the income of farmers. Farmers' income has increased significantly compared to the financial year 2015-16. The aim is to achieve food self-sufficiency through the use of advanced technology,' he said. Saha was speaking at the Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan held at Bishramganj in Sepahijala district on Thursday, organised as part of a nationwide campaign. He was accompanied by Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath. 'This campaign has been launched with the objective of empowering farmers through advanced technology. The government is committed to ensuring the welfare of farmers through technological advancement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given special emphasis on financially empowering farmers, and our state government is working in the same direction,' the Chief Minister said. 'One of the key goals of this Abhiyan is to raise awareness among farmers about modern agricultural technologies. As a result, the agricultural sector will witness further improvement, enabling the cultivation of high-quality crops,' he added. Saha also highlighted the Rising Northeast Investors Summit held recently in New Delhi, where all eight northeastern states participated. 'MoUs worth Rs 30,000 crore were signed at the summit, out of which Tripura alone accounted for over Rs 15,600 crore. This clearly shows that investors are now willing to come to Tripura,' he stated. He asserted that the development of farmers is essential for the overall progress of the state and the country. 'In various districts across the state, farmers are being supported through the adoption of advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and drone technology. Work is in progress in collaboration with NITI Aayog and the Union Ministry of Agriculture to improve the AI-based crop advisory system under the Digital Agriculture Mission in Tripura. This initiative has already yielded notable benefits,' the Chief Minister said. He further noted that since the BJP government came to power in Tripura, paddy has been procured from farmers at the minimum support price (MSP). 'Over Rs 446 crore has been disbursed so far, with paddy being purchased at Rs 23 per kilogram. Soil Health Cards have been distributed to more than 2.06 lakh farmers, and one Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) has been formed in each of the 58 blocks,' he informed. The program was attended by Sepahijala Zilla Parishad Sabhadhipati Supriya Das Dutta, Agriculture Department Secretary Apurba Roy, Sepahijala District Magistrate Siddharth Shiv Jaiswal, and other senior officials. (ANI)
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Tripura CM launches Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Agartala: Tripura CM Manik Saha initiated the Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan on Thursday at Bishramganj in Sepahijala district, spanning 864 locations as part of a national fortnight-long initiative to connect with individual farmers. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The special agricultural awareness programme is being overseen by ministers, MLAs, and public representatives, with scientists and experts reaching out to village farmers. The initiative aims to demonstrate the government's steadfast support to farmers through technological advancement, skill development, and monetary aid. " has made it clear that farmers are the backbone of India's economy and they have been provided with several benefits and encouragement to scale up agricultural production," Saha said, adding, nearly 200 agricultural scientists have joined the campaign in the state. The initiative, focusing on agricultural self-sufficiency before the Kharif season, will run until June 12, aligning with the national programme. The state anticipates a visit from Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan during this period. Each district has established three committees. Daily sessions with 200 farmers are scheduled at 9-11am, 12-2pm, and 3-5pm. These committees include representatives from agriculture, horticulture, animal resources development department (ARDD), fisheries, agricultural scientists, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), ICAR, Agricultural and Veterinary Colleges, and successful farmers. The state will host 72 meetings throughout the campaign. Additionally, 24 Krishi Raths will be deployed, featuring banners and informational content about various central and state agricultural schemes, including horticulture, ARDD, and fisheries. The chief minister stated that the programme intends to educate farmers about govt schemes, advanced farming techniques, organic cultivation, and contemporary agricultural technology.
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
"Without focusing on agriculture, country's financial condition cannot improve": Tripura CM launches Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 29 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Thursday inaugurated the nationwide Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan in Bishramganj, emphasising the importance of agriculture in improving the country's financial condition. The campaign aims to leverage technology, including Artificial Intelligence, to advance agriculture in the state. Dr Saha highlighted the Prime Minister's emphasis on agriculture and the need to incorporate modern technologies to boost the sector. The campaign will run for at least twelve days, promoting sustainable agricultural practices and aligning with the 'Five Gs' symbiosis concept. 'Our Prime Minister repeatedly emphasises that without focusing on agriculture, the country's financial condition cannot improve. In Tripura, we are working together under the guidance of the PM. Incorporating Artificial Intelligence and aligning with the concept of the 'Five Gs' symbiosis, we are initiating its implementation here as well,' said the Tripura CM. The Chief Minister assured that Tripura will work under the guidance of the Prime Minister to implement the campaign effectively. By integrating technology, the state aims to improve agricultural productivity and contribute to the country's economic growth. 'This campaign begins today and will continue for at least twelve days. By integrating technology, we are committed to advancing agriculture in the state,' added Dr Saha. The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan started on May 29 and will continue until June 12 across over 700 districts nationwide. Under this campaign, a team of scientists will travel from village to village, engaging in direct interaction with farmers. The campaign will include participation from 731 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), 113 Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) institutes, state-level departments, and officials from agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry, and fisheries, as well as innovative farmers. It aims to reach and interact directly with 1.5 crore (15 million) farmers across the country. On May 24, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, while addressing agricultural scientists from across the country at the NASC Complex, New Delhi, affirmed the government's commitment towards advancing agricultural research under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi and assured that there will be no shortage of funds for research and innovation. Describing the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan as a result-oriented initiative, he expressed confidence that its outcomes, increased yields and reduced costs, would be visible as early as the upcoming Kharif season. The Minister also urged the country's scientists to showcase their research capabilities on the global stage, asserting that India's agricultural institutions possess the strength and excellence that can earn global recognition. He lauded the dedication of agricultural scientists and stated that the nation would express its gratitude to them following the successful completion of this campaign. (ANI)
