Kisan Diwas was celebrated on December 23 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Nyoma (Leh-II)—the highest Krishi Vigyan Kendra in the country—with active participation of 78 farmers, along with KVK scientists and staff.

The programme was organised under the leadership of Dr. Phuntsog Tundup, Head, KVK Nyoma. During the event, farmers were sensitised about the Viksit Bharat – Gram Bill, 2025, and detailed information was shared on how they can avail benefits under the scheme.

Seed distribution for the upcoming agricultural season was also carried out among farmers by Dr. Tashi Dolkar, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS), KVK Nyoma. A live telecast of the address by Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan was screened during the programme.

In his address, the Union Minister highlighted the national significance of Kisan Diwas and underscored the crucial role of farmers in nation-building, followed by an interactive session with farmers at the national level.

Lunch was arranged for all participating farmers. Following the programme at KVK Nyoma, the KVK team visited Phulak Village to celebrate Kisan Diwas with the local farming community.

Farmers and officials actively participated in the programme, during which alfalfa seeds and greenhouse polythene sheets were distributed to support protected cultivation and enhance off-season vegetable production.

During the interaction, Dr. Tashi Dolkar highlighted the importance of Kisan Diwas and emphasised the vital role of agriculture in strengthening rural livelihoods and ensuring food security.

The team also apprised farmers about important government initiatives, including the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana, and explained the procedures for availing benefits under these schemes.

Technical guidance was provided on the cultivation of horticultural crops, with special emphasis on site selection, cultural practices, training and pruning, and grafting techniques.

A Swachhata (cleanliness) drive was also conducted in and around the area to promote hygiene and cleanliness. The programme concluded with a farmer–scientist interaction session, during which farmers’ queries were addressed by KVK experts.

Dr. Tashi Dolkar expressed heartfelt gratitude to the villagers and Goba members for their active participation, cooperation and support in making the programme a success.