CSIR-IIIM Field Station Pulwama hosts Tulip Show
Indigenous
Tulip Cultivation gains momentum, aim is to reduce Import Dependency
PULWAMA, APRIL 02: In a
significant step towards revitalizing the floriculture sector in the district,
the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – Indian Institute of
Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Field Station Bonera, Pulwama organized a grand
Tulip Show today.
CSIR-IIIM has initiated a
strategic programme for indigenous tulip bulb production under the overall
supervision and mentorship of Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science
and Technology and Minister of Earth Sciences.
As part of this strategic
intervention, over one lakh tulip bulbs have been successfully cultivated on 12
kanals of land at the Field Station. The programme is aimed at reducing import
dependency, promoting domestic tulip cultivation and fostering an agritech
ecosystem.
The Field Station was
opened to the public today, allowing visitors to witness the breathtaking bloom
of tulips. The event witnessed an overwhelming response, with a large number of
people, including children and students, attending the festival.
The event showcased
breathtaking displays of tulips in full bloom, offering a glimpse into the
region’s floricultural potential and the success of indigenous innovation.
This step aligns with the
national mission of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, reducing reliance on imported bulbs
while creating economic opportunities for local farmers," said a scientist
from CSIR-IIIM.
CSIR-IIIM officials
emphasized the importance of scientific intervention and innovation in
agriculture, stating that this initiative will pave the way for
self-sufficiency in tulip production, benefiting both local farmers and the
economy at large.
The initiative is
expected to strengthen the floriculture industry, providing new opportunities
for research, commercial cultivation and employment generation in the sector.