HAFLONG, 10th Feb: The Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with various allied sectors under CSS-ATMA, kicked off a Two-Day Kisan Mela-2026 today at Krishi Bhawan, Haflong, in the Dima Hasao district. Scheduled to run from February 10th to February 11th, 2026, the event aims to empower local farmers by showcasing modern agricultural techniques and fostering regional growth. The inaugural ceremony was graced by Sameer Roy, Chairman of the Department of Agriculture, who attended as the Chief Guest. Laisringdi Naiding, ACS Deputy Secretary of NCHAC, Dhritiraj Alamyan, ACS, Assistant Commissioner, Dr. Bhairab Kakati, I/c Addl. Director (Hills) of AH & Veterinary Department, Fishery Development Officer, KVK Scientist and Assisstant General Manager, NABARD were also present in the programme. During his address, Chairman Roy emphasized the importance of integrating technology with traditional farming to boost productivity across the district. He added that the Mela features numerous stalls and interactive sessions designed to provide farmers with direct access to expert guidance and departmental resources. Addressing farmers, Dr. Kakati, I/c Addl. Director (Hills) of AH & Veterinary Department emphasized the need to transition from traditional to scientific methods of animal rearing, specifically for local poultry and piggery, promising that the department will facilitate training for farmers to boost productivity. Highlighting the modernization of rural infrastructure, the Addl. Director announced that various NABARD-funded (RIDF) projects are underway to reconstruct veterinary dispensaries in Dima Hasao to provide better animal health services. The event follows an interactive session with local farmers and departmental resource person, designed to provide a direct platform for them to share their challenges regarding plantation, cattle rearing, livestock management, and various agricultural schemes. This initiative is part of a series of successful agricultural programs in the region, reflecting the Dima Hasao Autonomous Council’s (DHAC) ongoing commitment to rural development, enhancing local livelihoods, and ensuring food security. Other present in the programme were farmers and other officials.

 

19^th Feb, Haflong: The Accountant General (A&E), Assam in collaboration with District Commissioner, Dima Hasao conducted a two-day “Pension & GPF Samadhan Sabha” at the District Commissioner  conference hall in Haflong.

The programme scheduled for February 19^th and 20^th, 2026, aims to provide a solution for retired government employees facing hurdles with their pension and General Provident Fund (GPF) settlements.

The programme was chaired by Deputy Accountant General (Pension, GPF & GE) Shri Snehasis Mukherjee, IA&AS. He was joined by ADC Shri Shhaurya Sharma, ACS and a specialized team from the Accountant General’s office Shri Sanjoy Bhattacharjee, 

Sr. Accounts Officer (PF), Shri Ranoi Barman, Sr. Accounts Officer (Pension), Shri Narayan Das, Sr. Accounts Officer (PF), Shri Bedabyas Bhattacharjee, Asstt. Accounts Officer (Accounts), Shri Sanjit Parasar, Accountant (Pension).  Also in attendance were other high-ranking district officials were present in the programme.

During the session, Mukherjee, emphasized that the primary objective of the Samadhan Sabha was to provide direct assistance to retired employees whose pension or GPF cases had been returned or remained unsettled for an extended period following their retirement. He said the initiative aims to streamline the settlement process and ensure that former government servants receive their rightful benefits without further administrative hurdles.

The programme included Capacity Building Sessions were held on to correct procedures for processing GPF Final Payment Applications and Pension Applications to minimize errors and delays. Officials addressed various accounting issues and held one-on-one discussions with respective Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) and concerned staff regarding specific returned cases.