Farmers’ self-respect will be restored: Minister T. Siddique
Agriculture Minister T. Siddique announced new government initiatives aimed at restoring the dignity of farmers and encouraging the younger generation to enter the agricultural sector. Programs include school-based agricultural clubs and the Krishi Shakthi scheme for women farmers.
Why it matters
Government efforts to revitalize agriculture are critical for food security and economic stability in rural regions, particularly in the face of changing demographics.
Restoring the self-respect of farmers and strengthening the agricultural sector will be among the key objectives of the State government, Agriculture Minister T. Siddique has said.
He was inaugurating the ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency) farmer award ceremony organised by the Peravoor block panchayat at Peravoor.
Mr. Siddique said society often failed to recognise the contribution of farmers. Agriculture is increasingly being viewed as a second-rate occupation, though it is one of the most essential responsibilities for sustaining human life, he said.
The Minister said the government was committed to bringing the younger generation back to agriculture. As part of this, agricultural clubs have been started in 500 schools across the State. The government would soon take a decision on awarding grace marks to students engaged in agricultural activities, he added.
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