Sandalwood farming to come up at Dharampur

Tribune News Service

Mandi, July 9

The state government is planning to introduce sandalwood cultivation at Dharampur Assembly of Mandi district to strengthen the economy of farmers in the region.

According to sources, around 10 hectare land has been identified at Longni under Dharampur Assembly, where nurseries of sandalwood will be developed for organised farming in the region.

Jal Shakti Minister Mahender Singh Thakur said the state government was in the process to introduce sandalwood cultivation in Dharampur.

“It will be an additional source of income for the farmers of the area. Organised cultivation of sandalwood will play a crucial role to boost the economy of farmers in the region,” he added.