Jammu : The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) on Wednesday celebrated 76th Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) at its Sempora campus in Kashmir and Bari Brahmana campus in Jammu to commemorate adoption of the Constitution of India.
This year’s celebrations were held under the theme “Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Swabhiman” (Our Constitution – Our Pride).
Director, JKEDI and Secretary in Industries and Commerce Department Khalid Jahangir presided over the event at the JKEDI Regional Campus, Jammu.
The Secretary highlighted the greatness of the Constitution of India and its role in ensuring equal opportunities for all citizens. He emphasized that the Constitution is not merely a legal document but a visionary framework aimed at the welfare and progress of the nation.
As part of the observance, a pledge ceremony was conducted to reaffirm commitment to uphold the Constitution in its true spirit. The Preamble was read aloud and all employees pledged to abide by the ideals and fulfill the fundamental duties enshrined in it.
The Constitution Day was also observed in JKEDI’s district offices, where District Nodal Officers and faculty members spoke on various aspects of the Constitution.
They recalled the invaluable contribution of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar in shaping the Constitution and underscored the importance of understanding and celebrating the nation’s achievements and history.
Stakeholders discuss implementation of CABI Plantwise Plus
Jammu : The Department of Agriculture Jammu, in collaboration with CAB International (CABI), Wednesday organised a Stakeholders review meeting on the adoption and implementation of the PlantwisePlus Plant Clinic Programme.
The event focused on reviewing ongoing activities, strengthening coordination mechanisms and discussing future interventions for enhancing the plant health advisory system across the Jammu Division. The programme was chaired by Joint Director Agriculture (Extension), Jammu, Sanjay Anand, who was joined by Joint Director Agriculture (SLUB/Farms), Jammu, Aman Jyoti Sharma and Dr. Malvika Chaudhary, Global Team Leader, Digital Tools Uptake, CABI.
Dr. Vishal Gupta, HoD Plant Pathology, SKUAST-J; Dr. Manju Thakur, Crop Health Advisor, CABI; S. Tejinder Singh from Kisan Board Jammu; stakeholder dealers; Chief Agriculture Officers of all districts of Jammu Division & regional, district and divisional-level SMS officers also participated in the meeting.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Manju Thakur, followed by programme updates presented by Dr. Malvika Chaudhary. Rajiv Singh, JAEO & Data Manager, presented the PlantwisePlus progress achieved till date, reporting 42 functional plant clinics, 3084 clinic sessions conducted, and a cumulative total of 8725 farmer queries recorded. District representatives shared updates on their 2025 activity plans and ongoing Fall Armyworm (FAW) campaign initiatives.
In his remarks, the Joint Director Agriculture (Extension), Jammu appreciated CABI’s significant support in FAW identification and management and emphasised the need to strengthen capacity-building programmes for Krishi Udhamyis, farmers, input dealers and progressive farmers. He stressed the importance of establishing Plant Health Clinics at Kisan KhidmatGhars, ensuring real-time sample data with accurate geo-coordinates, developing IPM model villages, and promoting digital agriculture tools and early warning systems to support farmers. He also highlighted the need for active engagement of SMS-level officers and recommended mandatory certificate courses through CABI Academy for panchayat-level field functionaries to develop a robust cadre of trained Plant Doctors.
The programme concluded with closing remarks from the chair, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Arun Khajuria, SMS & Resource Person.
