Assam Agriculture Minister Pijush Hazarika held a meeting with university authorities in Jorhat. The discussion focused on improving farming in the state.
Minister Pijush Hazarika met with the Vice-Chancellor and Deans of Assam Agricultural University.
The meeting took place at the university guest house in Jorhat. Member of Parliament Kamakhya Prasad Tasa was also present during the talks. University officials shared details about ongoing academic programs and research work with the Minister.
The Minister shared plans of the Agriculture Department to help farmers.
The goals include better crop production and higher farmer income. Hazarika asked the university to share scientific research and technical support with the department.
Better teamwork between the government and the university will help share modern farming techniques with local farmers. According to an official statement from the Department of Information and Public Relations, this cooperation aims to build a stronger agricultural sector in Assam.
