Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Senapati, in collaboration with the Mustard Seed Foundation, observed World Environment Day at Thingbongjang village in Kangpokpi district under the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’ as part of the ongoing Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA).
During the programme, around 100 saplings, including fruit-bearing trees, were planted to promote environmental conservation and reduce plastic waste, in line with this year’s theme focusing on protecting ecosystems and encouraging sustainable living.
VKSA, a nationwide agricultural initiative launched by the Government of India on May 29, aims to empower over 1.3 crore farmers across 65,000 villages and 723 districts with knowledge on modern agricultural technologies, government schemes, and sustainable practices ahead of the Kharif season.
KVK Senapati is implementing the campaign in association with the Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Imphal, and the district’s Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary, and Fishery departments. So far, the programme has reached 60 villages and benefitted over 3,600 farmers.
Resource persons highlighted various central government schemes, distributed agricultural inputs and extension materials, and conducted farmer-scientist interaction programmes. The VKSA initiative in the district will continue until June 12, 2025.