World Soil Day Noticed at Rangat With Deal with Soil Health and Sustainable Farming

Tarun Karthick

Sri Vijaya Puram, 06 December 2025

The Department of Agriculture, Rangat, noticed World Soil Day 2025 at Dashratpur on fifth December 2025, aligning with the worldwide theme “Healthy Soil for Healthy Cities.” The programme aimed to boost consciousness about soil well being, its position in meals safety, and the significance of sustainable soil administration practices.

Ms. Shirly Thomas, Assistant Director (Agriculture), Rangat, welcomed the chief visitor, Mr. Ajit Dakua, Chairman, PACS, the visitor of honour, Mr. Lankeswar, together with the collaborating farmers and stakeholders.

Addressing the gathering, Agriculture Officer, Mr. Kanhaiya Lal Prasad, inspired contributors to undertake Good Agricultural Practices and make use of presidency schemes designed to assist farmers. Dr. Chandan Lall from JSCA delivered an informative session on natural farming, sustainable nutrient administration, soil conservation strategies, and farm mechanization. He additionally highlighted key authorities initiatives, together with the Soil Health Card Scheme beneath RKVY.

A serious focus of the occasion was constructing consciousness on the usage of Soil Health Cards, which offer scientific evaluation of soil high quality and nutrient composition. Officials defined that the playing cards assist farmers decide the proper sort and quantity of fertilizers, resulting in improved crop yield and long-term preservation of soil fertility.

The programme witnessed participation from round 30 attendees, together with farmers, SHG members, PRI representatives, the Chairman of PACS, and Agriculture Department officers.

The occasion concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Mr. Pradeep Halder, Incharge, Sub-depot, Rangat.