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Union Minister launches 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' to promote sustainable farming

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 22 October 2026 that Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has launched the nationwide ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’ in Karnal, Haryana. The campaign encourages farmers to use fertilisers scientifically based on Soil Health Cards rather than imitating others to reduce costs and protect soil fertility.

Read the explainer Press release 2326997Official release from pib.gov.in ↗
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Government launches 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' and approves housing for Haryana families

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 22 October 2026 the launch of the 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan', a nationwide campaign to protect soil health. From 22 October to 30 November 2026, scientists and officials will visit villages to encourage farmers to use balanced fertilisers based on Soil Health Cards, rotate crops, and adopt natural farming.

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eligible poor families
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From 22 October 2026: nationwide public awareness campaign (+1 more) · Haryana
Press release 2326933Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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ICAR-CPRI develops nutrient-rich purple potato Kufri Jamunia to fight hidden hunger

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research- Central Potato Research Institute (ICAR-CPRI) announced on 18 October 2026 the development of biofortified coloured potato varieties, specifically highlighting Kufri jamunia. Released in 2024, this purple-fleshed potato is designed to combat "hidden hunger" by providing higher levels of Vitamin C, iron, and zinc compared to common potatoes.

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farmers and consumers
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On 1 January 2018: release of Kufri Neelkanth (+2 more) · North Indian plains
Press release 2324875Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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