Govt schemes, tech and pvt sector key to agri growth: Yogi
Hindustan TimesLUCKNOW Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday emphasised on the need for a pivotal role of technology, government schemes, and private sector collaboration in driving sustainable development and advancing the agriculture sector. Adityanath highlighted the state’s challenges and accomplishments and underscored ongoing efforts to integrate farmers and the agriculture sector with cutting-edge technologies and modern resources. He showcased the state government’s transformative achievements in recent years, noting that Uttar Pradesh’s farmers are now empowered through initiatives like solar panel installations, which have also positioned the state as a robust energy hub. Additionally, the state government has implemented significant measures to ensure affordable electricity for farmers.” He said adoption of modern technologies is essential for achieving the desired growth in agriculture and stressed the importance of awareness campaigns and extension programmes to ensure technology reaches farmers effectively.