Orientation Course on
“Frontline Extension System for Young KVK Professionals” Concludes Successfully
in ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana
Ludhiana, January 24, 2025
The ICAR-Agricultural Technology
Application Research Institute (ATARI), Ludhiana, successfully concluded a
five-day orientation course titled “Frontline Extension System for
Young KVK Professionals” today. Held from January 20 to January 24,
2025, the program aimed to empower newly appointed Subject Matter Specialists
(SMSs) of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) in Zone-I with essential skills to
address emerging agricultural challenges and drive sustainable development.
The event featured an esteemed
lineup of guests, including Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director
of ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana, as the Chief Guest, and Dr. Parvender Sheoran,
Director of ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana, alongside scientists and staff members from
the institute.
In his welcome address, Dr.
Sheoran highlighted the program's importance in building the capacity of new
SMSs and ensuring their seamless integration into the KVK system. He praised
the achievements of KVKs in Zone-I, which spans Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu
& Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Ladakh, and emphasized the significance of
foundational training for young professionals. He urged participants to
dedicate themselves to their roles, expressing confidence that their efforts
would bring transformative change to the KVK system in addressing emerging
challenges and opportunities.
Dr. Kotwaliwale underscored the
vital role of orientation programs in preparing professionals to meet the
expectations of the farming community. He emphasized the importance of KVK
interventions focusing on farmer- and consumer-centric solutions, particularly
in the areas of processing and value addition, which he identified as
critical for the future.
The course featured interactive
sessions, expert lectures, and field visits designed to provide participants
with an in-depth understanding of the frontline extension system. A total of 29
young professionals from Zone-I actively engaged in the program, gaining
insights into innovative approaches for addressing grassroots agricultural
challenges.
With smiles of accomplishment
and enriched knowledge, the participants expressed their satisfaction with the
program, which is expected to have a lasting impact on their professional
journey.
