CM Omar Abdullah commits to farmer empowerment in J&K’s agriculture

Srinagar, September 10, 2025 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reaffirmed that agriculture remains the economic backbone of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising his government’s commitment to empowering farmers during a recent address. Highlighting the formation of the Apex Committee for Holistic Agriculture Development, chaired by renowned agricultural scientist Dr. Mangla Rai, Abdullah outlined ambitious plans to transform J&K’s agricultural sector and allied industries, ensuring sustainable growth and prosperity for farmers.The Apex […]
DC Bandipora reviews HADP progress, urges faster implementation via Kisan Khidmat Ghars

Bandipora, August 18, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, chaired a review meeting on Monday at the Mini Secretariat to evaluate the progress of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and the implementation of Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) in the district. The meeting focused on accelerating agricultural development and enhancing farmer support systems to […]
HADP saves Kashmiri youth, countering online gambling addictive pull

SRINAGAR, August 14, 2025 – The Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP), a flagship initiative of the Jammu and Kashmir government, is empowering the region’s youth by providing sustainable livelihoods and countering the addictive allure of online gambling platforms. By generating nearly 300,000 jobs, HADP addresses the socio-economic vulnerabilities that drive young people toward compulsive betting […]
DDC Doda Harvinder Singh reviews holistic agriculture development program

Doda, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda, Harvinder Singh (IAS), chaired a pivotal review meeting on July 15, 2025, at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to evaluate the progress of the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP) in Doda district. The meeting focused on fostering inter-departmental coordination, […]
CM Omar Abdullah applauds women achievers at SKUAST-K 6th Convocation

Srinagar, July 4, 2025 – At the 6th Convocation Ceremony of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST-Kashmir) held at the Shalimar Convention Centre, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed immense pride in the outstanding achievements of female students, who secured the majority of gold medals. Highlighting their success, he warmly congratulated the students and […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha attends SKUAST-K 6th Convocation

Srinagar, July 4, 2025 – The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST-Kashmir) marked a significant milestone with its 6th Convocation Ceremony held at the Shalimar Convention Centre in Srinagar. The event, graced by distinguished dignitaries, highlighted the university’s contributions to the agricultural sector in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and celebrated the remarkable achievements […]
DC Poonch Awards 645 farmers E-Certificates under HADP

POONCH, April 17, 2025 – In a significant push to advance agricultural development, Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal, distributed e-certificates to 645 farmers who successfully completed the Daksh Kisan training program under the Holistic Agricultural Development Program on April 16, 2025. The ceremony, held in Poonch, marked a milestone in empowering local farmers with modern […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah reviews HADP, launches digital tools for J&K’s agri-revolution

SRINAGAR, April 16, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah led a high-level review of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme at the Civil Secretariat, underscoring his government’s ambition to create a Rs 1 lakh crore agricultural economy in Jammu and Kashmir by 2030. Calling HADP a “movement for farmers’ prosperity,” Abdullah unveiled a series of tech-driven […]
J&K’s Agriculture Boom: HADP Boosts Dairy, Horticulture & Cold Storage for Farmers’ Prosperity

J&K’s Agriculture Boom: HADP Boosts Dairy, Horticulture & Cold Storage for Farmers’ Prosperity Around 70% of the J&K population is engaged in agriculture and allied sector (roughly 13 lakh), informed the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha. Around 2.62 lakh families are marginal farmers. Two years ago we had developed a scheme […]
Progressive farmer in Pulwama thrives with integrated dairy development scheme under HADP

Pulwama, April , 2 ,2025 – In the heart of Pulwama, a progressive farmer is reaping the rewards of the Integrated Dairy Development Scheme under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme , transforming dairy farming into a sustainable and profitable venture. This initiative, launched by the Jammu and Kashmir government, is empowering farmers with modern techniques, […]