Irabot Foundation Manipur distributes winter crop seeds
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, November 16 2023:
Irabot Foundation Manipur called for cohesive efforts to strive for a 'Green Manipur' by focussing on agricultural activities to enhance food productivity.
The above appeal was made by Irabot Foundation Manipur president Gopen Luwang while speaking during a winter seeds distribution programme to farmers held at Lilong Makha Leikai in Thoubal district today.
The distribution programme was held as a part of Irabot Foundation Manipur's ongoing campaign 'Grow More Food' .
He further appealed to the elected leaders of the State, high ranking officials and relevant Government departments to work sincerely for the development of the State and ensure that the benefits of various Government schemes are received by the genuine beneficiaries at the appropriate time.
He also assured that the foundation will extend full support for the enhancement of status of the Meitei Pangal community in the State.
During today's programme, the foundation distributed seeds of winter crops such as cabbage, cauliflower, turnip, peas, tomato, lady's finger etc to the farmers.
Maipak Ningthou co-convenor Haji Arshad, All Lilong Farmers' Association president, Wahidur Rahman and Samurou Municipal Council, Ward no.4 former councillor, Anwar were also present at the occasion.