KVK Secures Prestigious Best Krishi Vigyan Kendra Award

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Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Abohar receives the “Best Krishi Vigyan Kendra Award 2025 Punjab.”
The award recognizes KVK’s commitment to agricultural extension and support for farmers.
Dr. Ahlawat credits the achievement to team efforts and aims to enhance technology-driven interventions.

Award Recognition for Agricultural Excellence

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Abohar, affiliated with the ICAR-Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering Technology, has been awarded the “Best Krishi Vigyan Kendra Award 2025 Punjab.” This prestigious accolade was presented during the Annual Zonal Workshop held at SKUAST-Jammu, organized by the ICAR–Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI). The recognition reflects KVK’s commitment to agricultural advancement and support for local farmers, led by Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director of CIPHET, and guided by Dr. Amit Nath, Head of RS, Abohar.

The award ceremony saw Dr. Arvind Ahlawat, Head of KVK, receiving the honor, highlighting the important role KVK plays in translating agricultural research into practical applications. Dr. Kotwaliwale acknowledged the relentless efforts of KVK in areas such as crop residue management, value addition, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices, further emphasizing KVK’s impact on the local farming community.

In accepting the award, Dr. Ahlawat expressed his gratitude toward ICAR-ATARI and credited the success to the collective efforts of the KVK team and the enthusiastic involvement of progressive farmers in the district. He noted that this recognition would motivate KVK to further enhance its farmer-centric extension activities and implement need-based, technology-driven solutions that address the challenges faced by local agriculture.

The award serves as a testament to KVK’s commitment to local farmers and agricultural innovation, demonstrating its role as a vital resource in enhancing agricultural practices and sustainability in Punjab. With the ongoing support from ICAR and active farmer participation, KVK aims to continue its journey of making a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector.

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