Parliamentary Agriculture Panel Conducts Study Tour to Address Agricultural Challenges
The Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Food Processing has embarked on a week-long study tour across Srinagar, Ludhiana, Chandigarh, and Shimla. The tour, led by MP Charanjit Channi, aims to examine issues related to inland aquaculture, agricultural research, farmer compensation, dairy infrastructure, and food processing sectors. The committee will engage in discussions with representatives from central ministries, state governments, research institutions, banks, and industry stakeholders. The tour began in Srinagar with discussions on the development of inland aquaculture and reservoir fisheries. The committee will also explore the potential of India's agri-value chains. In Ludhiana, the focus will be on assessing government-funded agricultural research institutes and universities. The tour will continue in Chandigarh, addressing compensation for farmers and reviewing milk processing and cold chain infrastructure. The final leg in Shimla will involve discussions on food processi...