Patna: Bihar Goverment has launched a new campaign aimed at improving agricultural productivity through direct engagement between scientists and farmers. The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, which began on Thursday at Krishi Bhawan in Mithapur, Patna, seeks to provide farmers with access to the latest agricultural techniques, while also encouraging natural and balanced farming practices.
The initiative, spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha, includes the organisation of Kisan Sankalp Sabhas at the block level. Speaking at the launch, Deputy CM Sinha said the campaign symbolises a pledge not only to enhance greenery in fields but also to improve farmer prosperity through the application of science and technology.
Running from May 29 to June 12, the Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is a joint effort by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, and the Bihar State Department of Agriculture. The focus is on increasing the yield of Kharif crops through farmer education on innovative methods, government schemes, and available grants.
As part of the campaign, 104 teams have been formed across 44 Krishi Vigyan Kendras under the Indian Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Patna. These teams will visit 4,662 villages, offering guidance tailored to local agro-climatic conditions, soil nutrient levels, water availability, and rainfall patterns. Based on soil health cards, farmers will receive crop recommendations, improved seed varieties, sowing techniques, and advice on balanced fertiliser usage.
Agriculture Department Secretary Sanjay Kumar Agarwal highlighted the campaign’s ‘Lab to Land’ approach, stressing its two-way dialogue model. “Farmers will share their challenges and report regional issues such as pest infestations. This will help steer future research while simultaneously advancing science and farming,” he said.
A technical session was held during the launch event, featuring experts from ATARI Patna, the Eastern Research Campus of ICAR, and Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Barh. Around 150 farmers from Patna district participated, engaging directly with scientists and contributing actively to the discussion.
