'Krishi Mela' inaugurated in Bhatkal

Bhatkal - 21 Feb 2011: Bhatkal MLA Mr J D Naik today inaugurated the 3-day 'Krishi Mela' here at Police Grounds located off Sagar Road. This agricultural fest was organized in association with Department of Agriculture, Rural Development Department and several other local organizations. This Krishi Mela will provide complete information about Agriculture and different preventive measures to protect the crops from insects and natural calamities.

Speaking on the occasion Mr J D Naik expressed his deep concern over the use of artificial products and lack of interest in the field of agriculture.

Mr Shivanand Naik, former Karnataka Minister and President KSDL also spoke on this occasion. In his speech he shed light on different Govt schemes such as low interest loans separate agriculture budget for the development of Agriculture etc. He said our farmers are not using advanced technology in the field of agriculture, so they are left behind.

On this occasion Bhatkal AC Dr Anuradha, DySP Mr M Narayan, TMC President Mr Inayatullah Shabandri, TP President Mr Pashunath Shetty, Mr Lakshmi Gonda, Uday Naik and S M Gadad were present on the stage.

Bhatkallys News Service / Photos: RIzwan Gangavali

Photos of Krishi Mela held in Bhatkal

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