Farmers urged to use RTI Act to access crucial agricultural information
Addressing a gathering, District Agriculture Officer Habib Basha highlighted that the RTI Act is a vital tool for promoting transparency and accountability in government. He encouraged farmers to make use of the legislation to seek essential information related to agriculture and public services. 'When farmers approach the Agriculture Department, they must be treated with respect and given clear, timely guidance,' he said.
APCNF District Project Manager Venkatesh, who spoke on the importance of natural farming, emphasised its role in public health, environmental conservation and chemical-free crop production. He urged agriculture officials to spread awareness among farmers on these sustainable practices, particularly at the village level.
Technical Agriculture Officer Kalimata provided a comprehensive explanation on how to file RTI requests, giving farmers a clearer understanding of how to navigate the process and benefit from it.
The programme witnessed active participation from farmers across the Eluru district, along with natural farming staff. It served as a meaningful platform to build legal literacy and promote eco-friendly agricultural methods within the farming community.
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