Moorang, Kinnaur , news views post — In the rugged Himalayan heartland of Moorang village, nature has found new allies in farmers, scientists, and jawans. A vibrant awareness and training camp under the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan-2025 marked a turning point in the region’s farming narrative.
Organized by KVK Kinnaur (affiliated with Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni), the camp drew apple growers, schoolchildren, ITBP personnel, and Panchayat members—all united by a common goal: reviving Himalayan agriculture through natural means.
In a rare collaboration between farmers and frontline security forces, ITBP Deputy Commandant Shri Ankush emphasized how development and defense can walk hand in hand. “We stand not only to guard borders but to support the growth of remote villages,” he said.
Farmers as Eco-Warriors
Dr. Pramod Sharma, Associate Director (Research), made a compelling call for natural farming, praising the 50+ local farmers already practicing eco-safe methods. “In ecologically sensitive regions like Kinnaur, farming must align with nature, not fight it,” he said.
Adding innovation to tradition, Dr. Budhi Ram Negi introduced Mud House Bee Technology—a low-cost, zero-impact pollination booster for apple orchards. Dr. D.P. Bhandari, a plant pathologist, highlighted how farmers can tackle fruit diseases without chemical overloads.
Officials from ATMA and the Horticulture Department detailed schemes and support systems available for modern yet sustainable horticulture.
Voices from the Ground
Gram Panchayat Pradhan Shri Anup Negi called farmers the “new custodians of land.” He said, “Natural farming has turned our barren fields into self-sustaining ecosystems. This is not just a technique—it’s a return to our roots.”
Veteran apple grower Shri Lokender echoed this sentiment, noting a visible change in soil health and crop quality after 10 years of chemical-free cultivation. “We produce less, but we produce better—and at less cost,” he remarked.
A Himalayan Pledge
The event concluded with a powerful moment: ITBP jawans and local farmers together taking a pledge to transform Moorang into a model village of natural farming. It wasn’t just a workshop—it was a movement taking root at 10,000 feet.
As climate uncertainty looms large, Moorang offers a living answer: let nature lead.
