Ambitious plan in the field of water conservation and groundwater recharge initiated by the State Government has received laurels from the Centre.
Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh has termed the Dova construction exercise conducted throughout the State ahead of monsoon a decisive step in the direction of water management.
Addressing a Press Conference on Tuesday following a review meeting the Union Minister also praised the State for working proactively in the farm sector.
“Jharkhand has set an example before the country in the area of water conservation and its proper management for the farmers. Dovas are going to play important role in the way farming is to be conducted in the State. Besides this, the State also worked well in implementing Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojna,” said Radha Mohan Singh expressing hope that the State would also improve its standing in farm sector.
The Minister said on the occasion that Jharkhand has made its entry into dairy project nationally along with good showing for fishery. “Jharkhand has entered into dairy project after the new Government came into power. In fact the State has achieved best results in the fish culture across the country. It is heartening to see Jharkhand heading into the league of leading States in farming and allied activities,” said Singh.
Earlier the Minister along with Jharkhand Agriculture Minister Randheer Singh held a review meeting at Birsa Agriculture University. Top officials of the Agriculture, animal husbandry and fishery Departments remained present in the meeting that also some special instructions coming from the Center, especially for timely implementation of farm insurance scheme and providing e-marketing platform in order to secure best price for agriculture produces.