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KVK Morigaon Hosts Hon’ble Governor of Assam for Review of Grassroots Development Programmes
On January 8, 2026, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Morigaon, functioning under ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone VI, Guwahati, hosted the visit of His Excellency the Hon’ble Governor of Assam, Laxman Prasad Acharya, in coordination with the District Administration, Morigaon. The visit aimed at reviewing grassroots-level development initiatives, with a special focus on agriculture, rural livelihoods, and convergence of government schemes.
During the visit, the Hon’ble Governor inspected the Amrit Sarovar developed at the KVK Morigaon campus, a flagship initiative of the Government of India under Mission Sarovar, emphasizing water conservation, ecological restoration, and community participation. An exhibition showcasing profitable agricultural technologies, climate-resilient practices, and allied sector innovations was organized at the campus, reflecting KVK’s role in technology dissemination and farmer empowerment. Various line departments also participated by displaying their ongoing schemes and programmes for the benefit of farmers and rural stakeholders.
A review meeting of district-level officers was chaired by the Hon’ble Governor to assess the progress of developmental activities in the district. The meeting was attended by the Hon’ble Minister, Government of Assam, Shri Pijush Hazarika, along with senior officials, wherein issues related to agriculture, infrastructure, welfare schemes, and inter-departmental coordination were discussed.
As part of the Gaon Mein Governor programme, the Hon’ble Governor interacted directly with beneficiaries of various government schemes, gaining first-hand feedback on their implementation and impact at the grassroots level. He also visited the toria seed production plot at the KVK farm, highlighting the importance of quality seed production for enhancing crop productivity and farmers’ income. Additionally, he inaugurated the Germplasm Display Unit at the KVK campus, which serves as an important resource for showcasing crop diversity and promoting improved varieties among farmers.
The programme was led by the District Commissioner, Smt. Anamika Tiwari, with active participation from the Chief Executive Officer, Zila Parishad, Shri Ananta Kumar Gogoi, and other district officials. The entire event was coordinated by the team of KVK Morigaon under the leadership of Dr. Rijusmita Sarma, reflecting effective convergence between ICAR, district administration, and line departments for strengthening agricultural extension and rural development initiatives.
(Source: KVK Morigaon, ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone VI, Guwahati)