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Agriculture
Morigaon District Accelerates Pulse Cultivation under Aatmanirbharta Scheme
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 11:04 PM
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The Morigaon district administration in Assam has launched an intensified pulse cultivation drive under the central Aatmanirbharta initiative to boost local self‑reliance.
Morigaon district officials announced a focused effort to expand pulse cultivation as part of the Aatmanirbharta programme, aiming to make the region more self‑sufficient in protein‑rich crops. The drive aligns with the central government's push for agricultural self‑reliance and seeks to reduce dependence on imports.
The administration is coordinating with state agricultural departments to provide certified seed varieties, technical guidance and extension services to farmers. Training sessions on best agronomic practices and soil health are being organized to ensure higher yields.
Officials expect the initiative to raise pulse output in the district, improve farmer incomes and contribute to Assam's overall food security. The programme will be monitored through regular field visits and data collection to assess progress.
The pulse drive complements other Aatmanirbharta activities across the state, reinforcing the broader goal of building a resilient, self‑reliant agricultural sector.
The administration is coordinating with state agricultural departments to provide certified seed varieties, technical guidance and extension services to farmers. Training sessions on best agronomic practices and soil health are being organized to ensure higher yields.
Officials expect the initiative to raise pulse output in the district, improve farmer incomes and contribute to Assam's overall food security. The programme will be monitored through regular field visits and data collection to assess progress.
The pulse drive complements other Aatmanirbharta activities across the state, reinforcing the broader goal of building a resilient, self‑reliant agricultural sector.