Sikkim CM Engages with Union DoNER Ministry on Agriculture
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Synopsis
Sikkim's Chief Minister, Prem Singh Tamang, participated in a meeting convened by the DoNER Ministry to discuss agricultural and horticultural development in the North East, addressing challenges and future policy directions.
Key Takeaways
- Significant participation from union and state ministers.
- Focus on enhancing agriculture and horticulture value chains.
- Addressing infrastructure and technological gaps.
- Need for policy reforms and support from national banks.
- Investment and tourism promotion discussed for regional growth.
Gangtok, April 7 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Sikkim, Prem Singh Tamang, attended a significant high-level task force meeting focused on agriculture and horticulture on Monday. This meeting was convened by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) via video conferencing, as reported by officials.
The session included union ministers, chief ministers, and cabinet ministers from various North Eastern states to discuss ways to enhance value chains and market linkages in agriculture and horticulture throughout the region.
Key discussions addressed significant challenges such as infrastructure deficiencies, limited technological access, and hurdles for farmers and producers in entering markets.
The Chief Minister underscored the pressing need for policy reforms, greater support from nationalized banks, technology integration, and enhanced infrastructure and connectivity to realize the full potential of these critical sectors.
In a special note, the Chief Minister expressed appreciation to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia for his valuable insights and strategic recommendations.
Scindia’s role in examining the structural and operational shortcomings within the agricultural value chain was highlighted as vital for informing future policy directions.
After the agriculture-centric discussions, the Chief Minister participated in another session of the High-Level Task Force Meeting focused on Investment Promotion and Tourism in the North East.
This segment examined opportunities for attracting investment and enhancing tourism in the region, acknowledging their interconnected potential for driving regional development.
“Today’s discussions have opened avenues for identifying actionable solutions to elevate our agriculture and horticulture sectors, which serve as both economic engines and lifelines for our communities,” stated the Chief Minister.
“Through improved coordination, innovation, and a shared commitment, we can secure a more productive and prosperous future for the North East,” he further added.
The Chief Minister concluded by emphasizing the state government’s dedication to collaborative efforts and called for ongoing engagement among all stakeholders to transform the agricultural and tourism sectors of the region.
