Lungla, Tawang, April 27:
A capacity-building programme focusing on the balanced use of fertilizers, along with the distribution of agricultural inputs under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP), was successfully conducted at Karma Wangchu Convention Hall in Lungla. The initiative was jointly organized by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute and Krishi Vigyan Kendra Tawang.
Local MLA Tsering Lhamu attended as Chief Guest, while Dr. M. C. Meena, Principal Scientist and Nodal Officer (TSP), IARI, New Delhi, graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. Among other dignitaries present were ZPM Thutan Gombu, Circle Officer Phamhoi Wangsu, FPC Chairperson Nawang Chonzom, along with public leaders and farmers from across the subdivision.
During the programme, Dr. C. K. Singh, SMS (Agronomy), KVK Tawang, was felicitated by the MLA for his contribution to promoting the high-yielding millet variety VL Mandua 376 in Tawang, particularly in the Lungla region.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Meena highlighted the benefits of the Tribal Sub-Plan scheme and stressed the importance of adopting scientific agricultural practices to enhance productivity and processing. He emphasized soil health management, regular soil testing, and the prevention of soil erosion, noting that future agricultural value will increasingly depend on balanced nutritional quality.
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In her address, MLA Tsering Lhamu underscored the vast potential for agriculture and horticulture in Lungla. Drawing from her experience as a progressive farmer, she spoke about introducing crops such as arecanut and Miyazaki mango. She encouraged farmers to diversify into crops like guava, persimmon, and kiwi, and commended KVK Tawang for supplying millet seeds, particularly VL Mandua 376, along with threshers.
The MLA also urged farmers to leverage government schemes such as ANBY, ANKY, and ANPPY to achieve self-reliance. She advocated for organic farming practices and expressed concern over recurring wildfires in the region. She thanked IARI, ICAR, and KVK Tawang for organizing the programme and called for more such initiatives in the future.
ZPM Thutan Gombu, FPC Chairperson Nawang Chonzom, public leader Jambey Tenzin, and Circle Officer Phamhoi Wangsu also addressed the gathering.
The programme concluded with the distribution of agricultural inputs to farmers by the MLA, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by public leader Tashi Dargey.
