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| Ladakhi Kissan Jawan Vigyan mela held | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 27: ‘Forever in Operations’ Division is vigorously conducting various activities as part of Operation Sadbhavana with an aim to integrate local populace of this region into national mainstream and bring a palpable improvement in the quality of life of the people.
These activities have immensely helped in ameliorating the problems of the local populace. Yet in another move to provide a platform for addressing the problems being faced by the local populace, a Ladakhi Kissan Jawan Vigyan Mela was organised by this formation at Khumbathang on September 24,2010. A large number of senior Army and civilian dignitaries including Director and other scientists from Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR) attended the function.
Scientists from Defence Institute of High Altitude Research conducted various awareness programmes on advance technologies for cultivation of vegetables and fruits in both summers and winters for the local people. In addition, a competition for the best kitchen garden, green house and tree plantation was conducted.
An exclusive medical cum dental care camp was also organised wherein the Army doctors provided healthcare advice and free medicines to the locals. Alongside mementoes and certificates were distributed to the best kitchen garden, green house and tree plantation which was followed by free distribution of seeds for farmers.
The event also showcased the commitment of Army and civil administration in working together for providing a better quality of life to the locals. Mela was a grand success which was evident from the huge crowd that had gathered at the location. Local populace thanked the army for the efforts being done for the welfare of the community.
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