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Over 50 women in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, are learning mushroom production under the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP). The program aims to make these women self-reliant by providing both training and subsidies for setting up their businesses. Priyanka Chib, a local resident, shared her positive experience, emphasizing the impact on women's independence. With guidance from officials, this initiative is expected to spur economic activity and empowerment in the region.

Key Points: Jammu Doda Women Trained in Mushrooms Under HADP

  • 50 women trained in mushroom cultivation in Doda
  • Part of the Holistic Agriculture Development Program
  • Aims to make women self-reliant
  • Includes subsidies for starting mushroom set-ups
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J&K: Over 50 women imparted training in mushroom production under HADP scheme

Over 50 women in Doda, J&K, trained in mushroom production under HADP for self-reliance.

"Particularly, the women who are getting the training will start a mushroom enterprise on their own. - Priyanka Chib"

Jammu, June 3

In a bid to cultivate Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda as a key centre of mushroom cultivation, the Agricultural Department is imparting training to more than 50 women under the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP).

The Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP) is a flagship initiative of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, designed to revolutionise the agricultural sector through innovation and inclusivity.

All these women undergoing training are associated with the Jammu Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission. Its purpose is to enable and equip women with mushroom production skills and also make them self-reliant in the business. A couple of beneficiaries spoke to IANS, sharing their experience about the initiative.

Priyanka Chib, a local resident of Doda, said, “For the first time, training is being given by the Agriculture Department of Doda. Through this channel, we are getting a lot of information that will benefit us in the business. Particularly, the women who are getting the training will start a mushroom enterprise on their own and will start earning income from it.”

Susheel Razdan, an official associated with the training program, said that under the HDDP scheme, we are training all these women, and the department is also providing a subsidy to those who want to open their mushroom setup in Doda. Many big mushroom units are being run by people, and now women are also taking up the initiative.

Chief Agriculture Officer Doda Amjad Hussain Malik said, “There are many schemes in the Agriculture Department which are benefiting people. Today we have given training to unemployed women here so that in the future they can also start their own business and earn money from these schemes.”

The HADP scheme spans 29 projects covering agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and research & development, aiming to enhance productivity, empower farmers, and boost the region’s economy. The program aims to transform the agricultural economy of Jammu and Kashmir by promoting sustainability and commercial viability through 75 schemes.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
This is such a positive initiative! Empowering women in rural areas with skills and entrepreneurship opportunities can transform entire communities. J&K has so much potential in agriculture - glad to see it being tapped properly. More power to these women! 👏
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Priya M.
Mushroom cultivation is actually a very smart choice - requires less space and water compared to traditional crops. Hope they also teach them about marketing and selling their produce. The training is just the first step, proper market linkages are equally important.
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Arjun S.
While I appreciate the scheme, I hope the subsidies and support continue beyond just the training phase. Many such programs start with great enthusiasm but fizzle out due to lack of follow-up. The women need sustained guidance for at least 2-3 years to establish their businesses.
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Neha T.
As someone from Jammu, I'm really happy to see development reaching Doda district. Women empowerment through economic independence is the need of the hour. Maybe next they can include training on organic farming methods too - that's becoming quite popular in urban markets.
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Vikram J.
Great initiative but 50 women seems like a very small number. J&K has so much potential - hope they scale this up quickly to include thousands across all districts. Agriculture can be the backbone of J&K's economy if done right.
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Sunita R.
Mushrooms have good demand in hotels and restaurants. If these women can form a cooperative, they can collectively negotiate better prices. The government should help set up such collectives - individual small businesses often struggle with market access.

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