Udaipur, Gomati | November 5, 2026 | Sky Link Times
Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shri Ram Nath Thakur participated in the Khet Bachao Abhiyan 2.0 programme at Chataria Gram Panchayat under Tepania Agricultural Sub-Division in Gomati district on Thursday, highlighting the importance of sustainable agriculture, soil conservation and farmers’ welfare.
Organised under the theme “Healthy Soil, Prosperous Farmers,” the programme aimed to promote environmentally sustainable agricultural practices and strengthen the livelihoods of farmers.
The Union Minister inaugurated the programme by planting a sapling and visited various agricultural exhibition stalls showcasing farming-related technologies, practices and initiatives. He also inspected agricultural fields and interacted with farmers, observing the cultivation of improved paddy varieties, including the traditional ‘Kali Khasa’ variety, in the plains of the district.
Union Minister Reviews Central Government Projects in Gomati
Earlier, Shri Ram Nath Thakur chaired a review meeting at the Udaipur Circuit House regarding the Purvottar Sampark Setu initiative and assessed the progress of various Central Government projects being implemented in Gomati district.
During the meeting, he called upon all departments to work with dedication and coordination towards achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Emphasising the importance of timely implementation of development projects, the Union Minister directed the concerned departments to submit a detailed report on the progress and present status of the initiatives within the next 15 days.
Focus on Farmers’ Welfare and Agricultural Development
The Union Minister also sought detailed information from officials regarding the socio-economic transformation witnessed in Gomati district over the past 10 to 12 years.
Discussions covered agricultural production, the number of farmers benefiting from government schemes, the expansion of natural farming practices and the registration of farmers on official government portals.
He directed the Agriculture Department to identify and address the major challenges faced by farmers, particularly issues relating to land availability, irrigation facilities and access to improved seeds.
The Minister stressed the need for proactive measures to resolve these issues and ensure that farmers receive the necessary support to improve productivity and income.
Review of Rural Development and Welfare Schemes
The review meeting also covered the implementation of several key government programmes and development initiatives across Gomati district.
The Union Minister assessed the infrastructure, nutritional provisions and hygiene standards at Anganwadi centres under the Social Welfare Department, along with the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).
Progress in animal husbandry, fisheries, tribal welfare and rural development was also reviewed.
Particular attention was given to the gap between milk demand and production in Gomati district, with discussions focusing on opportunities to increase milk production and strengthen the livestock sector.
Dignitaries and Officials Attend Programme
The programme and review meeting were attended by Tripura Legislative Assembly Speaker Rampada Jamatia, MLAs Sanjay Manik Tripura and Jitendra Majumder, Gomati Zilla Parishad Sabhadhipati Debal Debroy, along with senior officials from the district administration and various departments.
The Khet Bachao Abhiyan 2.0 programme and the subsequent review meeting underscored the importance of sustainable farming, effective implementation of government schemes and coordinated efforts to improve farmers’ livelihoods and accelerate rural development in Gomati district.
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