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The Institute of High Altitude Medicinal Plants (IHAMP), Thanthera, is promoting the cultivation and conservation of high-altitude medicinal and aromatic plants, creating new livelihood opportunities for farmers while strengthening the region’s potential for herbal tourism. Over the past five to six years, around 300 farmers from the erstwhile Doda district have been associated with the […]
Bhaderwah IHAMP promotes medicinal plant cultivation
Kashmir, October 7,2026-The Institute of High Altitude Medicinal Plants (IHAMP), Thanthera, is promoting the cultivation and conservation of high-altitude medicinal and aromatic plants, creating new livelihood opportunities for farmers in the Chenab Valley. Around 300 farmers from Doda district have been associated with the initiative over the past five to six years. Through training, quality […]
70 Kathua farmers visit Bhaderwah for horticulture training
Kashmir, October 2,2026-The Horticulture Department, Kathua, organised an exposure-cum-training tour for 70 farmers to Bhaderwah, where they learnt about scientific cultivation of apple and other temperate fruits. The initiative aims to promote commercial cultivation of apple, walnut, apricot and pear in Kathua district. The tour gave the participating farmers a chance to see established orchards […]
Lavender leads the way at JKTPO buyer–seller meet in Jammu
Jammu, September 30,2026- A one-day Buyer-Seller Meet organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) at the Jammu Convention Centre brought together stalls from all districts of the Union Territory under the “One District, One Product” (ODOP) initiative. Among the highlights was a dedicated stall showcasing lavender and value-added lavender products, which drew steady […]
Tourism boom transforms Jammu & Kashmir as visitor footfall crosses 2.36 crore after Article 370
Srinagar, August 5,2026- Jammu & Kashmir’s tourism sector has witnessed unprecedented growth in the years following the abrogation of Article 370, emerging as one of the strongest drivers of the Union Territory’s economic revival. From approximately 25 lakh tourist visits in 2020 to more than 2.36 crore visitors, the region has experienced a remarkable surge […]
Ride with Pride 3.0 honours Bhaderwah bravehearts
Bhaderwah, July 21,2026-A group of 20 women bikers from across India arrived in the picturesque hills of Bhaderwah as part of the Ride with Pride 3.0 expedition, paying heartfelt tribute to the brave soldiers and civilians who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation. The unique initiative combined patriotism, women empowerment, and adventure tourism, highlighting […]
Lavender Festival 2026 in Bhaderwah | J&K Farmers Connect with Global Markets
Lavender Festival 2026 in Bhaderwah | J&K Farmers Connect with Global MarketsThe Lavender Festival 2026 was held at Bhaderwah, Jammu & Kashmir on June 6-7, 2026. The festival is unique as we observed a critical gap of market linkages, said Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director CSIR-IIIM. And we are hopeful that by the end of the […]
Lavender Festival 2026 in Bhaderwah | J&K Farmers Connect with Global Markets
Lavender Festival 2026 in Bhaderwah | J&K Farmers Connect with Global MarketsThe Lavender Festival 2026 was held at Bhaderwah, Jammu & Kashmir on June 6-7, 2026. The festival is unique as we observed a critical gap of market linkages, said Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director CSIR-IIIM. And we are hopeful that by the end of the […]
Rare summer snowfall delights tourists in Bhaderwah, offers relief from heat
Bhaderwah,June 12,2026- Tourists visiting the high-altitude areas of Bhaderwah were treated to a rare and picturesque spell of fresh summer snowfall, creating breathtaking landscapes and providing a welcome respite from the intense heat affecting large parts of the country. The unusual weather phenomenon transformed the upper reaches of Bhaderwah into a winter-like setting, attracting visitors […]
Udhampur farmers join Bhaderwah’s Lavender revolution
Udhampur, November 12,2025 — In a significant step towards empowering rural communities and enhancing farmers’ income, 40 farmers from Moungri, Udhampur were flagged off for a lavender cultivation training programme in Bhaderwah under the Government of India’s Aroma Mission. The initiative, part of the Purple Revolution, aims to promote high-value aromatic crops, generate employment opportunities […]