PALAMPUR
Dr. Raghbir Singh who has recently been assigned the charge of Director of Agriculture is the source of pride for Palampur, Chowki Khalet.
Dr. Raghbir Singh, who has been serving on various posts in the Agriculture Department for 34 years, has been instrumental in preparing the outline of various welfare schemes run by the state and central government for the farmers.
Dr. Raghbir Singh Director Agriculture on getting the responsibility of Director Agriculture) has expressed special thanks to Agriculture Minister and Agriculture Secretary.
Dr. Raghbir said that he will fulfill the important responsibility entrusted to him by the government with full dedication.
He assumed the role following the retirement of Dr. Rajesh Kaushik, the Director of Agriculture (DA).
He said that he would make special efforts to ensure timely delivery of the benefits of farmer friendly schemes run by the government to the farmers.
Quick online application facility for farmers
Dr. Raghbir Singh said that due to the recent heavy rains the agriculture sector in Himachal has suffered a lot.
The department is working diligently to rescue the farmers from this calamity. It will be his endeavor to speed up these efforts so that farmers can get benefits in time.
Apart from this, he said that the farmers do not have to go round the offices of the department to avail the benefits of the government schemes, for this the department has made arrangements for all the schemes.
Dr. Raghbir Singh, the newly appointed Director of Agriculture, has brought a wave of pride to Palampur’s Chowki Khalet. With an impressive 34-year track record of service within the Agriculture Department, Dr. Singh has played a pivotal role in shaping and outlining various welfare initiatives sponsored by both the state and central governments, aimed at benefiting farmers.
Upon being entrusted with the prestigious role of Director of Agriculture, Dr. Raghbir Singh expressed heartfelt gratitude to both the Agriculture Minister and Agriculture Secretary for this significant responsibility. He pledged unwavering dedication to fulfilling the crucial duties laid out by the government, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the agricultural sector.
Taking over the position after the retirement of Dr. Rajesh Kaushik, the former Director of Agriculture (DA), Dr. Singh articulated his determination to streamline the implementation of farmer-friendly programs, ensuring that the benefits of these schemes are promptly extended to the farming community.
Highlighting the recent challenges posed by heavy rains impacting Himachal’s agricultural sector, Dr. Raghbir Singh underscored the department’s relentless efforts to alleviate the hardships faced by farmers due to this calamity. He emphasized his commitment to accelerating these efforts, aiming to expedite aid delivery to farmers in need.
Moreover, Dr. Singh unveiled an innovative approach to support farmers: a convenient online application platform. With this initiative, farmers will no longer be required to navigate the bureaucracy of departmental offices to access government scheme benefits. This forward-looking move underscores the department’s commitment to simplifying processes for the farmers’ convenience.
In conclusion, Dr. Raghbir Singh’s appointment as Director of Agriculture heralds a promising era for Palampur’s Chowki Khalet. His extensive experience, dedication, and vision for effective agricultural management position him as a formidable force in driving positive change within the farming community.