Archive · 21 May 2025
Minister Inaugurates Facilities, Promotes Tech in Agriculture
The local minister in Mandya opened a new resting place at the hospital for people visiting patients.
He also talked about helping farmers.
The minister wants farmers to use new technology and machinery to grow crops, like sugarcane, rice, and ragi.
He is also giving money to help farmers buy the new equipment.
Plus, a new university for farming will be built soon.
Arogya Dhama, a rest facility, was inaugurated at MIMS for patient attendants.
A technical workshop on sugarcane, paddy, and ragi cultivation was launched.
Minister Cheluvarayaswamy emphasized embracing technology for sustainable agriculture.
Rs 1,000 crore has been allocated for agricultural mechanization, including subsidies.
A new agricultural university has been approved for Mandya.
- Who
- District Minister Cheluvarayaswamy, patient attendants, visitors, farmers, agricultural scientists, and officials.
- What
- Inauguration of Arogya Dhama at MIMS; Workshop on sustainable agriculture; Introduction of new farming techniques; Allocation for agricultural mechanization; Approval of a new agricultural university.
- When
- Wednesday for both events; within the coming year for MIMS issues; within three years for agricultural university.
- Where
- Mandya district, specifically at the Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS) and the Agricultural College, VC Farm.
- Why
- To improve public health facilities, support farmers with modern techniques, and promote sustainable agriculture.
- Arogya Dhama Size
- 34×56 square feet
- Arogya Dhama Capacity
- 150 people
- Agricultural Mechanization Allocation
- Rs 1,000 crore
- Subsidy for Harvesting Machines
- Rs 40 lakh
- Agricultural University Timeline
- Operations within three years
