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Kargil, October 15: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kargil, celebrated Women Farmers’ Day with great enthusiasm at its campus, highlighting the vital contribution of women to agricultural development, rural livelihoods and economic empowerment in the region.
The programme was graced by Dr Rinchan Dolker as the Chief Guest, while Mrs Parveen Akhter, an IARI Innovative Awardee, and Ms Husniya Banoo, a mushroom entrepreneur, attended as Guests of Honour. The event witnessed the participation of Ten Lakhpati Didis and a large number of progressive farm women from the region.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr Nazir Hussain, Scientist (Agronomy), KVK Kargil, who welcomed the dignitaries and participants and acknowledged the significant role of farm women in strengthening the agricultural economy of Ladakh. The progressive farm women, shared their experiences, achievements and entrepreneurial journeys, inspiring other participants to explore income-generating agricultural activities.
Sharing her journey, Mrs Parveen Akhter, an IARI Innovative Awardee, observed that women are excelling in every field, particularly in agriculture. She highlighted the immense potential of women in the region and noted that their contributions and achievements are reflected in the steady development of agriculture in Ladakh. She encouraged farm women to continue adopting innovative practices and exploring entrepreneurial opportunities to enhance their livelihoods.
Mrs Fatima Banoo, a Lakhpati Didi from Latoo village, shared her experience of becoming economically independent through diversified agricultural activities. She explained that engaging in multiple farm-based enterprises had helped increase her income and improve her standard of living. Her experience demonstrated how diversification and the effective utilization of available resources can strengthen rural household incomes and promote financial independence among women.
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