DC launches Kisan Chatbot to address farm equipment issues for stubble management
Deputy Commissioner Jitendra Jorwal launched a WhatsApp Chatbot (84274-41404) to assist farmers with any issues related to the use and availability of farm equipment for stubble management in the district. Farmers can reach out via the WhatsApp Chatbot at any time for support.
City Air News
Oct 28, 2024 03:37
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Ludhiana, October 28, 2024: Deputy Commissioner Jitendra Jorwal launched a WhatsApp Chatbot (84274-41404) to assist farmers with any issues related to the use and availability of farm equipment for stubble management in the district. Farmers can reach out via the WhatsApp Chatbot at any time for support.
Jorwal explained that the Chatbot provides information on subsidies for agricultural implements, the usage of these implements, and access to agricultural machinery available at cooperative societies. The aim is to prevent any challenges farmers may face in managing stubble.
The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that rather than burning stubble in their fields, the district administration is offering various agricultural machines to farmers on a large scale. Officials have also been directed to educate farmers about the benefits of stubble disposal techniques that enhance soil health using different farm equipment. He highlighted that a total of 8,978 machines—including balers, rakes, super seeders, smart seeders, surface seeders, zero till drills, RMB ploughs, mulchers, straw choppers, super SMS, crop reapers, rotary slashers, and tractors—have been provided to farmers through custom hiring centers, societies, and local groups.
Additionally, the Deputy Commissioner mentioned that the Supreme Court has issued strict directives regarding the burning of paddy stubble and called upon farmers to refrain from this practice to help maintain a clean and green environment..
