State level orientation prog
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 07 2018:
A State level orientation programme related to Pradhan Mantri Fasal Yojana (PMFBY) was held at the Training Hall of Agricultural Department at Sanjenthong today.
The programme was jointly organised by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI) and National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), under the supervision of Ministry of Agricultural and Farmer Affair.
Additional Chief Secretary Letkhogin Haokip, Agriculture Director Dr Pheirojam Rajendro, Director of Ministry of Agricultural and Farmer Affair (Directorate of Jute) Dr K Manoharan, Chief Regional Manager of NICL, Shomee Roy presided the opening session as chief guest, guests of honour and president respectively.
Speaking at the event, Additional Chief Secretary Letkhogin Haokip spoke about the importance of bridging the gap that exist between farmers and Agriculture Department.
He also assured that NICL through PMFBY can bridge the gap and create a good working relation between the two.
Director Ph Rajendro stated that PMFBY should be initiated at 38 sub-divisions of Manipur.
He continued that the Chief Minister is also paying special attention to the scheme, and talked about' the importance of creating extensive awareness about the scheme among farmers.
The Director made his conclusion, by announcing a cash rewards to selected individuals/officials who implement the scheme at the best level.