04/06/2026
*Participation in Parliamentary Standing Committee Study Tour*
It was a privilege to attend the One-Day Study Tour of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Food Processing, Government of India, held at NIFTEM, Kundli, Haryana on 4th June 2026.
The programme was graced by Dr. C. Paulrasu Ji, Worthy Secretary (Horticulture), Government of Himachal Pradesh, along with Dr. Satish Kumar Sharma Ji, Director of Horticulture, Himachal Pradesh; Dr. Vidya Prakash Bains Ji, Additional Director of Horticulture; Dr. Sudershana Negi Ji, Deputy Director Horticulture, Shimla; Dr. Jagdish Sharma (SMS Horticulture); Dr. Kushal Singh Mehta (SMS Horticulture); and Dr. Mohan Mehta (HDO).
The deliberations focused on strengthening infrastructure, diversification, ease of doing business, and exploring opportunities for the growth of the food processing sector in India. Special emphasis was laid on the effective implementation of policies and programmes benefiting Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other marginalized communities.
Such interactions provide valuable insights for enhancing horticulture, agriculture, value addition, and food processing initiatives in Himachal Pradesh, thereby creating greater opportunities for farmers, entrepreneurs, and rural youth.