Port Blair, Jun 18: ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Port Blair in association with ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair and Department of Agriculture organized and live screened the programme on PM-Kisan, a flagship scheme of the GoI. During the programme Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi released the 17th installment of “PM Kisan” to more than 9.26 crores eligible farmer beneficiaries amounting Rs. 20,000 Crore on 18th June 2024 from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. A total of Rs. 3.24 Lakh Crore has been released so far under the “PM Kisan”. Thereafter, Prime Minister addressed the gathering through online and offline mode and distributed Krishi Sakhi Certificate to successful candidates.
On the occasion of Kisan Sammelan organized at T.R. Dutta Conference Hall, ICAR-CIARI, Bathubasti, Port Blair, Mr. Bishnu Pada Ray, Member of Parliament, Lokh Sabha was the chief guest. In his address he highlighted different issues pertaining to local farmers. Dr. Eaknath B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair welcomed the gathering and briefed about the activities of the Institute and its KVKs for the benefit of the local farmers. Dr. Y. Ramakrishna, Principal Scientist and Head, ICAR-KVK, Port Blair extended vote of thanks. Dr. S.K. Zamir Ahmed, Principal Scientist and Head, Fisheries Division coordinated the programme. A total of 204 farmers and farm women attended the programme and benefited.
