Bhalla described the Agri-Youth Parliament as a vital platform for empowering young minds and shaping the future of agriculture in the Northeast
KRC TIMES Manipur Bureau
Imphal : Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Saturday inaugurated the Agri-Youth Parliament 2026 at Central Agricultural University, underscoring the importance of innovation-driven and sustainable agriculture for the Northeast.
The three-day event, organised under the theme “Futuristic Agriculture for North East Bharat: Sustainability, Innovations and Opportunities,” brings together researchers, students, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to deliberate on emerging trends and opportunities in agriculture and allied sectors.
Prior to the formal inauguration, the Governor toured exhibition stalls alongside CAU Vice-Chancellor Dr Anupam Mishra, interacting with participants and innovators while appreciating displays of indigenous products and cutting-edge agricultural technologies.
The programme was attended by leading academicians, including Dipjyoti Rajkhowa, Vice-Chancellor of Assam Agricultural University, along with researchers and students from across the region. The Governor also released the Souvenir-cum-Abstract Book during the event.
Addressing the gathering, Bhalla described the Agri-Youth Parliament as a vital platform for empowering young minds and shaping the future of agriculture in the Northeast. He emphasised that achieving the vision of a developed India would require transforming the agricultural sector through innovation, entrepreneurship, and active youth participation.
Highlighting Manipur’s strengths, he noted the state’s rich biodiversity and indigenous knowledge systems, pointing to products such as Chakhao (black rice), Kachai Lemon, and Tamenglong Orange as examples with strong potential for global recognition through scientific intervention and improved market access.
He also stressed the need to integrate traditional farming practices with modern technologies, promote climate-resilient agriculture, strengthen infrastructure, and build robust market linkages.
The Agri-Youth Parliament 2026 aims to foster dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration, paving the way for sustainable and inclusive agricultural development across the Northeast.
