BTC Chief Pramod Boro Inaugurates New Pearl Cultivation Facility in Kokrajhar
New Operation Room for Pearl Cultivation
On Monday, Pramod Boro, the Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), inaugurated the ‘Operation Room for Surgical Procedures in Pearl Cultivation’ at Samabai Bhawan in Kokrajhar, Assam. This initiative, organized by the Department of Cooperation, aims to enhance the quality and yield of pearls in the region using advanced surgical techniques.
Support for Local Pearl Farmers
The Swrang Pear Processing & Allied Cooperative Society is leading this project, which will provide specialized training and support to local pearl farmers. This is expected to boost their skills and operations, contributing to economic growth in Bodoland.
Empowering Women and Economic Growth
During the inauguration, Pramod Boro emphasized the potential of large-scale pearl cultivation to empower women in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). He encouraged women to take advantage of these opportunities to improve their livelihoods. Boro also praised the Cooperation Department’s role and reiterated the BTC administration’s commitment to transparent and efficient governance.
Training and Future Plans
As part of the event, 16 trainees received certificates for completing their training in pearl cultivation techniques. Jayanta Kherkatary, the Council Head of the Department for Cooperation, discussed future plans for pearl cultivation in the region, highlighting the importance of the cooperative movement for sustainable growth.
Insights from Experts
Speakers at the event, including Nizam Uddin Taludar, DDM NABARD K Purkayastha, and the Branch Manager of Apex Bank, shared insights on the benefits of pearl cultivation for the local economy. The event was attended by various officials, trainees, and pearl cultivation enthusiasts.
Doubts Revealed
BTC -: BTC stands for Bodoland Territorial Council. It is an autonomous governing body in the state of Assam, India, which looks after the administration of the Bodoland Territorial Region.
Pramod Boro -: Pramod Boro is the Chief of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). He is a leader who works for the development and welfare of the people in the Bodoland region.
Kokrajhar -: Kokrajhar is a town in the state of Assam, India. It is one of the main areas in the Bodoland Territorial Region.
Pearl Cultivation -: Pearl cultivation is the process of growing pearls inside oysters or other shellfish. These pearls are then harvested and used to make jewelry.
Operation Room for Surgical Procedures in Pearl Cultivation -: This is a special room where delicate operations are done on oysters to help them produce high-quality pearls. It helps in improving the quality and number of pearls produced.
Swarang Pear Processing & Allied Cooperative Society -: This is a group of people working together to process and sell pearls. They also help local farmers by providing training and support in pearl cultivation.
Empowering women -: Empowering women means giving women the tools, opportunities, and support they need to succeed and be independent. In this context, it means helping women learn pearl cultivation so they can earn money and support their families.
Certificates to 16 trainees -: Certificates were given to 16 people who completed training in pearl cultivation. These certificates show that they have learned the skills needed to grow and harvest pearls.