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Agriculture
Haryana to Hold Monthly 'Tiffin Meetings' in Villages to Boost Natural Farming and Skills
✍️ hindustantimes.com
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 02:01 PM
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The Haryana government announced a plan to convene monthly tiffin meetings in rural areas, focusing on natural farming techniques and skill development for villagers.
The state government of Haryana has unveiled a new outreach programme that will bring together villagers once every month for a "tiffin meeting". These gatherings are intended to serve as informal platforms where farmers and residents can discuss natural farming methods, share experiences, and explore skill‑building opportunities.
Officials say the initiative aims to create a regular dialogue between the administration and rural communities, encouraging the adoption of eco‑friendly agricultural practices. By providing a common space for knowledge exchange, the meetings are expected to help farmers transition to natural farming without compromising productivity.
In addition to agricultural topics, the programme will incorporate skill development modules, targeting youth and women who seek alternative livelihoods. The government plans to collaborate with local training institutes and NGOs to deliver short courses during the sessions.
The first set of meetings is slated to begin in the coming weeks, with each village hosting its own event on a rotating schedule. Authorities hope that the regular cadence will foster sustained engagement and measurable improvements in both farming practices and employment prospects in Haryana's countryside.
The scheme reflects the state's broader push to modernise agriculture while preserving environmental health, aligning with national goals for sustainable development and rural empowerment.
Officials say the initiative aims to create a regular dialogue between the administration and rural communities, encouraging the adoption of eco‑friendly agricultural practices. By providing a common space for knowledge exchange, the meetings are expected to help farmers transition to natural farming without compromising productivity.
In addition to agricultural topics, the programme will incorporate skill development modules, targeting youth and women who seek alternative livelihoods. The government plans to collaborate with local training institutes and NGOs to deliver short courses during the sessions.
The first set of meetings is slated to begin in the coming weeks, with each village hosting its own event on a rotating schedule. Authorities hope that the regular cadence will foster sustained engagement and measurable improvements in both farming practices and employment prospects in Haryana's countryside.
The scheme reflects the state's broader push to modernise agriculture while preserving environmental health, aligning with national goals for sustainable development and rural empowerment.