SKUAST-K KVK Budgam organises input distribution under ICAR-TSP

Srinagar, Aug 09: In an initiative to uplift tribal farming communities, KVK Budgam, under the leadership of  Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai organised an Input Distribution Programme on 09th August 2025 under the ICAR-Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) under project “Outreach of technology & distribution of farming tools for economic upliftment of ST and low income farmers”.According to a statement issued here, the programme aimed at empowering tribal farmers through the provision of vital agricultural inputs. The event was chaired by Prof. (Dr.) Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, as the Chief Guest, who led the distribution and interacted with the beneficiary farmers. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Raihana Habib Kanth emphasized the importance of continued handholding and field-level demonstrations to ensure optimal utilization of inputs and long-term impact on productivity thus improving the socio-economic conditions of tribals by providing timely support and introducing need-based technological interventionsProf. Javeed Ahmad Mugloo Prof. & Head KVK Pulwama (PI of the project) in his address highlighted the objectives of the Tribal Sub Plan, emphasising the commitment of ICAR and SKUAST-Kashmir towards improving the livelihoods of tribal farming communities through location-specific technologies, capacity building and input support.Dr. Bilal Ahmad Lone, Prof. & Head KVK Budgam, highlighted the objectives of the ICAR-TSP initiative focusing on holistic development of tribal farmers through input support, skill development and technological empowerment.Prof. Raihana lauded the efforts of KVK Budgam for its outreach and role in capacity-building initiatives for tribal farmers