Billawar, Kathua: A farmer’s bold step into high-tech farming is paying rich dividends. Lokesh Sumbariya, with government aid, built a polyhouse that’s producing chemical-free vegetables, skyrocketing his earnings and setting a benchmark for others.
Inside the controlled environment, he grows sought-after capsicum varieties, cucumbers, and beans organically. Relying solely on bio-fertilizers, his produce is free from harmful residues, fetching top dollar in markets.
In an exclusive interview, Sumbariya shared, “Traditional crops limit us. Polyhouses offer weather protection, round-the-clock farming, and better quality—key to real prosperity.”
His setup minimizes risks from monsoons or droughts, ensuring steady output. What started as an experiment has become a local sensation, with villagers keen to replicate it.
“Awareness is crucial,” he emphasized. “State and central schemes empower smallholders, but many miss out. I thank the government for this lifeline.”
Agricultural specialists highlight how such innovations align with sustainable development goals, reducing chemical use and enhancing soil health. Sumbariya’s story is a clarion call for tech-driven farming revolutions across rural India.
