Kisan Chatbot launched to address equipment issues for stubble mgmt
Deputy Commissioner Jitendra Jorwal launched a WhatsApp Chatbot (84274-41404) to assist farmers with any issues related to the use and availability of farm equipment for stubble management in the district.
Farmers can reach out via the WhatsApp Chatbot at any time for support. Jorwal said the Chatbot provided information on subsidies for agricultural implements, their usage and access to agricultural machinery available at cooperative societies. The aim is to prevent any challenges farmers may face in managing stubble.
The DC said the district administration was offering various agricultural machines to farmers on a large scale to help them avoid burning crop residue. Officials have also been directed to educate farmers about the benefits of stubble disposal techniques that enhance soil health using different farm equipment. He highlighted that a total of 8,978 machines — including balers, rakes, super seeders, smart seeders, surface seeders, zero till drills, RMB ploughs, mulchers, straw choppers, super SMS, crop reapers, rotary slashers, and tractors — have been provided to farmers through custom hiring centres, societies and local groups.
The DC added the Supreme Court had issued strict directives regarding the burning of paddy stubble and called upon farmers to refrain from this practice to help maintain a clean and green environment.
