Agartala: Jan 07. In a major push to strengthen rural livelihoods, the Voluntary Health Association of Tripura (VHAT), with support from N...
Agartala: Jan 07. In a major push to strengthen rural livelihoods, the Voluntary Health Association of Tripura (VHAT), with support from NABARD, organised a mobile veterinary health camp for pig farmers under its ongoing TDF project in Kalyanpur block.
The camp aimed to help beneficiaries manage pig rearing scientifically and prevent seasonal diseases. Farmers were provided essential medicines, along with hands-on training on winter care, disease prevention, and proper livestock management to reduce infection risks.
The initiative currently covers 90 families from West Kunjaban, Rajani Sardar Para, and South Ghilatali, who have already taken up pig rearing as a means of self-employment. VHAT officials confirmed that another 80 beneficiaries will soon be included under the project. Plans are also underway to expand livelihood options through fisheries, mango orchards, and other agricultural activities on patta land.
The programme received an enthusiastic response from local pig farmers and residents. Kalyanpur Veterinary Officer Arun Uday Bhattacharjee was present at the camp and praised VHAT’s efforts, assuring continued support from the Animal Husbandry Department for similar initiatives in the future.
The project aligns with the broader vision of promoting self-reliance and sustainable income generation among rural communities in Tripura.
