The Arunachal Pradesh Government strives to empower farmers by building robust infrastructure for animal husbandry & dairy development.

As a result of its unwavering efforts, residents of Pasighat, Roing, Namsai and Tezu now have access to four veterinary facilities.

Under the ‘National Livestock Mission, an eco-friendly sustainable pig farm has also been set up at Berung (Pasighat), Roing & Jomlo (Siang).

According to an official bulletin issued by the Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, an eco-friendly and sustainable sheep farm has been established at Sangti while the Poultry Rearing Centre and Poultry Hatchery Unit have been set up at Nirjuli.

On the other hand, a well-equipped ‘Arun Dairy Plant’ and an eco-friendly dairy farm have been installed at Karsingsa and Lemberdung in Tawang while the ‘Namsai Fresh’ Dairy unit has been set up in the Namsai district.

According to sources, the state administration for the moment is primarily concentrating on livestock raising and selective breeding, fostering sustainable growth and assisting to generate a better livelihood for the farmers.

These initiatives by the State Government have helped to augment farmers’ revenue and increase nutritional values and have also set an example through sustainable farming methods.

Source : North East Today :18th Oct 2022