Kishtwar, March 18, 2025: The Department of AYUSH, Jammu & Kashmir, in collaboration with the District Administration Kishtwar and JK State Medicinal Plants Board, successfully organized a District-Level Seminar on Medicinal Plant Conservation, Cultivation, and Entrepreneurship at the New DC Office Complex, Kishtwar.
The event was held under the close supervision of Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Sh. Rajesh Kumar Shavan (JKAS), with Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Sh. Pawan Kotwal (JKAS) gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest.
Key Highlights of the Seminar:
Expert Talks: Resource persons from AYUSH Department, including Dr. Shabir and Dr. Muzaffar Mintoo, discussed the economic potential of medicinal plants like Ashwagandha, Kutki, Kuth, and Pooshkarmool.
Ethnobotany Insights: Dr. Opender Surmal, Lecturer at GDC Kishtwar, elaborated on the importance of medicinal plants in traditional medicine.
Success Stories: Progressive farmers Dr. Shahnawaz Ahmed and Jabbar Singh shared their experiences in commercial medicinal plant cultivation.
The seminar aimed to boost awareness, promote sustainable farming, and encourage entrepreneurship in the medicinal plant sector, highlighting its role in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and economic development.
Notable Attendees:
The event, held under the able guidance of Dr. Vikram Jamwal (District Nodal Officer, AYUSH Kishtwar), was attended by key officials, including:
Dr. Kuldeep Kumar (DIO Kishtwar)
Vishal Choudhary (DFO Marwah)
Dr. Rajinder Kumar (CMO Kishtwar)
Amjad Hussain Malik (CAO Kishtwar)
Sajid Mustafa (CHO Kishtwar)
Narinder Pal (Chief Scientist, KVK)
Officers from AYUSH and various government departments
This initiative aligns with the government’s vision of promoting medicinal plant cultivation in Jammu & Kashmir, ensuring sustainable livelihood opportunities for farmers and entrepreneurs.
