CM Yogi to Inaugurate “Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan” on May 29
Lucknow — In a significant move to strengthen the agricultural ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh, Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi has announced a massive outreach campaign to connect farmers from all 75 districts directly with agricultural scientists and experts. The initiative aims to promote modern farming techniques, drone technology, and natural farming, while also enhancing awareness about key government schemes like PM-KISAN and crop insurance.
The campaign, titled “Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan” (Developed Agriculture Resolution Campaign), will be officially launched by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on May 29 at 11:30 AM at Lok Bhawan Secretariat Auditorium in Lucknow. The campaign will run from May 29 to June 12 across the state.
Campaign Highlights
Speaking about the initiative, Minister Shahi said the campaign is designed to educate farmers on cutting-edge techniques for Kharif crops and ensure they are fully informed about the range of government support programs available to them.
“We aim to bring scientific knowledge directly to the fields. Farmers will be trained in everything from seed treatment to modern irrigation techniques, ensuring better productivity and sustainable practices,” Shahi said.
10,125 Training Sessions Across UP
As part of the campaign:
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10,125 training and dialogue sessions will be conducted over 15 days.
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Three teams per district have been formed, each conducting three programs daily.
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Farmers will interact directly with scientists, agricultural officers, and policy experts.
The sessions will cover:
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Use of high-quality seeds and soil health improvement
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Intercropping, drip and sprinkler irrigation systems
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Agricultural drones and natural farming methods
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Expansion of horticultural crops
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Farmer registration, PM-KISAN benefits, and crop insurance enrollment
Multi-Stakeholder Participation
The campaign will see the active involvement of:
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Experts from ICAR, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), and Agricultural Universities
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Officials from state departments such as Horticulture, Sugarcane, Sericulture, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, and Cooperatives
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Representatives from financial institutions and crop insurance companies
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Progressive farmers, agricultural entrepreneurs, FPO members, and Krishi Sakhis
Focus on Farmer Empowerment and Sustainability
With the increasing demand for food security, climate resilience, and sustainable agriculture, the UP government aims to ensure knowledge, tools, and support systems reach even the smallest farmer in remote areas. By combining technology, training, and timely information, the campaign is expected to boost agricultural productivity and farmers’ incomes.
This large-scale initiative signals a robust intent by the state to modernize agriculture and build a more resilient rural economy, one farmer at a time.
