A correspondent
Changlang: Agriculture Minister Gabriel D. Wangsu held a detailed review meeting with Heads of Departments (HoDs) and the Deputy Commissioner of Changlang district to assess the progress and challenges across agricultural and allied sectors in the district.
During the meeting, department officials highlighted the district's substantial agricultural potential while bringing attention to critical challenges, including acute staff shortages, non-functional offices and current low productivity levels. The minister received comprehensive updates on flagship schemes' implementation and financial status. Minister Wangsu stressed on the importance of need-based distribution of scheme benefits and stressed the critical role of quality inputs, particularly in fisheries and agriculture.
He directed the Fisheries Department to establish hatcheries using revolving funds to ensure sustainable fish seed production. Addressing concerns about scheme implementation, the minister particularly focused on the Atma Nirbhar programme, emphasizing the necessity of proper beneficiary identification and subsequent support. He expressed serious concern regarding the potential misuse of scheme funds and called for stringent monitoring mechanisms.
The minister shared updates on the innovative "Catch Them Young" initiative, revealing that fisheries and animal husbandry sectors are currently under the first phase, with agriculture and horticulture scheduled for the next phase. "We aim to nurture future leaders in these sectors through comprehensive training programmes," stated Wangsu.
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