Chief Minister Singh promises improvement of citizens' living standard through agriculture

Janakapurdham, June 29: Chief Minister of Madhesh Province, Satish Kumar Singh, has said the province government is committed to improving the living standard of the people of Madhesh through modernization of agriculture. 

Extending his best wishes to the province citizens on the occasion of the National Paddy Day today, the Chief Minister promised to take measures for the modernization of agricultural sector. 

As he said, the Madhesh has acknowledged agriculture as a backbone of economy and it has initiated a long-term campaign "Madhesh will feed the nation". The campaign is themed "Production in the Madhesh: Expansion in the Country," according to him.

The Chief Minister said the reduction in imports, promotion of exports with a focus on the growth of agro-products are the strategies of the province government. 

According to him, "two rice crops promotion programme' has been implemented in Madhesh to promote the rice production. 

The improvement in soil fertility, self-reliance in irrigation, modernization of agriculture, and commercialization of agriculture are the top priorities of the government, he added.

As he said, the province government is committed to ensuring the sustainable development of rice cultivation by mitigating the impacts of climate change through the research, development, and promotion of climate-friendly technologies. 

He further added  the government is constantly working to improve the living standards of farmers by expanding advanced farming systems and ensuring easy access to improved seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation facilities, wishing that “May National Rice Day inspire and unite us all in our shared commitment to achieving self-reliance in food security." (RSS)