Sukhu lays foundation stone of Draman market in Kangra dist

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu recently laid the foundation stone for a new grain, fruit and vegetable market in Draman, Kangra district. This market is expected to benefit around 10,000 farmers and fruit growers across 50 villages in Kangra and Chamba districts.

APMC Kangra district chairman Nishu Mongra hailed the initiative as a long-awaited demand of farmers, expressing gratitude to the CM, Agriculture Minister Chander Kumar, and other leaders for their support. Speaking at his office near Gaggal, Mongra highlighted the state government’s grassroots initiatives, which are driving rapid progress.

With the addition of the Draman mandi, Kangra district will now have 15 markets. The main mandi is located in Kangra, with sub-mandis in Palampur, Baijnath, Jaisinghpur, Nagrota Bagwan, Dharamshala, Jwalaji, Guler, Jwali, Jasoor, Pasu, and Draman. Additionally, three grain mandis—Fatehpur, Milwan, and Riali—are operational, helping farmers trade their produce efficiently.

Mongra emphasised that such initiatives are vital for the region’s agricultural growth, ensuring better market access and improved earnings for farmers.