Sri Vijaya Puram, May 09: The Zonal Agriculture Office, Diglipur conducted a training program aimed at enhancing farmer’s proficiency in maintaining and operating farm machineries (Power Tiller, Brush Cutter, and Water Pump) on 9th May 2025 in the premises of Agriculture Department Workshop at Keralapuram, Diglipur. The training was imparted to the farmers who have their own power tillers, brush cutters and water pumps with the objective of enhancing their technical competency in the operation and upkeep of farm machinery.
The programme was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Mr. Dipankar Mistry, Pramukh, Panchayat Samity in the presence of Guest of Honour, Mrs. Anita Mondal, Pradhan Keralapuram Gram Panchayat, Mr. Niranjan Hawlader Zilla Parishad Member, Sitanagar/Diglipur.
In his address, the Chief Guest, praised the efforts of Agriculture Department for the welfare of the farmers of Diglipur in implementing various schemes and expressed his appreciation for the training initiative and remarked that the acquired skills would empower farmers to perform minor repair and maintenance tasks independently, which may save farmers money. He also advocated the benefit of Organic farming to the farmers.
During the training program, the participating farmers were imparted hands-on training by Mr. Biprotosh Das, Assistant Chargeman (ACM), Workshop Diglipur covering various aspects of farm machinery maintenance, including routine servicing, troubleshooting, repair techniques and safety protocols of the commonly used farm machineries.
Earlier, welcoming the gathering, Mrs. Arti Singh, Assistant Director (Agri) Diglipur briefed that this training is part of a broader effort by the Agriculture Department to promote sustainable farming practices and empowering farmers with the knowledge to independently manage their agricultural equipment. She also explained in detail about various Schemes implemented by the Department of Agriculture under which farmers can avail subsidy under UT Plan and under National Horticulture Mission.
The participating farmers also expressed appreciation for the practical approach of the training, noting its relevance to their daily operations. Many highlighted the newfound confidence in handling machinery issues promptly, leading to improved efficiency and reduced reliance on external repair services.
The Agriculture Department, Diglipur plans to continue such training programs, expanding their reach to more farmers across the Tehsil, thereby fostering a farming community of skilled individuals capable of sustaining and advancing the agricultural sector. For more information on upcoming training sessions and resources, farmers are requested to contact the nearest Agriculture Sub-Depot.
During the programme Soil Health Cards were also distributed to the farmers by the Chief Guest Mr. Dipankar Mistry, Pramukh, Panchayat Samity and the Guest of Honour, Mrs. Anita Mondal, Pradhan Keralapuram Gram Panchayat, Mr. Niranjan Hawlader, Zilla Parishad Member, Sitanagar/Diglipur.
The programme concluded with the distribution of tools to the participating farmers. Vote of thanks was proposed by Mr. S. Senthil Kumar, AO (i/C).
Altogether, 26 farmers of Diglipur Tehsil attended the training program.
