On field training cum input distribution programme at Nakkalpalle village, Mancherial district, Telangana under DAPSC programme
The Directorate is implementing DAPSC programme in different villages of Kotapally mandal of Mancherial district. On 17th January 2023 Scientists from the Directorate with help from Animal Husbandry department of Telangana organized a small training program on rearing poultry birds under backyard farming at Nakkalpalle village. Earlier, sixty SC families were identified for the implementation of the scheme and were distributed temporary night shelter for rearing of chicken. During the training practical tips on feeding and health care management of birds were provided. Importance of regular consumption of animal protein especially chicken egg and meat to improve nutritional status and immunity of the people was explained to the beneficiaries. After the training, the beneficiary families were provided with different inputs including 1138 grown up birds, 300 kg feed, 60 feeders and drinkers under the scheme. Dr. M. Shanmugam, Senior Scientist, Dr. S. Jayakumar, Senior Scientist and Mr. D. Pratap, ACTO, from the Directorate participated in the programme. Dr. M. Shanmugam, Senior Scientist coordinated the programme. The programme was also attended by Dr. Pavan Kumar, VAS, AH Department, Telangana, elected representatives and officials of the Nakkalpalle panchayat.
