Haryana CM Announces Exciting Pilot Project, Subsidizes Solar Power for Farms

Haryana's state government is launching innovative cluster-mode pilot projects to support farmers, enhance crop diversification, and improve profitability. Led by the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran, these initiatives focus on organic and cooperative farming. The government aims to establish sustainable practices, including micro-irrigation projects and solar energy-based borewells, offering subsidies to address water scarcity.

The state government is rolling out innovative pilot projects in cluster mode to support farmers and increase profitability. These initiatives are specifically crafted to enhance crop diversification, introduce efficient micro-irrigation schemes, elevate the quality of livestock, and promote various allied agricultural activities. The forefront in crafting novel initiatives to actively encourage organic farming, natural farming, and cooperative farming is being assumed by the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran.

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has announced exciting pilot projects in a meeting of the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran held on January 17, 2024. The pilot project aimed at revitalizing the state’s agricultural sector and improving the lives of farmers, particularly small and marginal ones.

The meeting witnessed the participation of key figures such as Energy Minister Ranjit Singh, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister JP Dalal, Cooperation Minister Banwari Lal, Development and Panchayat Minister Devender Singh Babli, and Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran Chairman Subhash Barala.

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Chief Minister Khattar highlighted the importance of integrating new agricultural systems with traditional practices to elevate the income of small and marginal farmers. He particularly emphasized the untapped potential in the livestock sector, presenting it as a viable avenue for farmers to boost their earnings.

Taking inspiration from Israel's successful cooperative farming techniques, Chief Minister Khattar directed the members of the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran to collaborate with relevant government departments in developing these pilot projects. The goal is to inspire and guide farmers toward more sustainable and lucrative agricultural practices.

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Highlighting the pressing issue of declining water tables, Chief Minister Khattar stressed the urgent need for establishing micro-irrigation projects. He also suggested the installation of solar energy-based agricultural borewells in regions where the groundwater level is as deep as 30 meters. To support this initiative, the government expressed its readiness to provide subsidies and cover water and electricity expenses.

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