ICAR-KVK Churachandpur celebrated “World Soil Day” ICAR-KVKChurachandpur, Pearsonmun celebrated “World Soil Day” with a view to highlight the importance of soil as the most critical component of the natural system and as a vital contributor to the human commonwealth through its contribution to food, water and energy security and as a mitigator of biodiversity loss and climate change under the theme “Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities”.Beneath asphalt, buildings, and streets lies soil that, if permeable and vegetated, helps absorb rainwater, regulate temperature, store carbon, and improve air quality. But when it's sealed with cement, it loses these functions, making cities more vulnerable to flooding, overheating, and pollution.Supporting the healthy soils, integrated management of soil, water, vegetation and biodiversity enables sustainable agricultural production for the environment and farm profits. It is celebrated particularly for farmers charged with responsibility of generating and communicating soil knowledge for the common good. The program was held at comminity hall, Lower Kom village, Churachandpur districton December 5, 2025. A total of 58nos. of farmers from 4 villages of Churachandpur district, attended the programme. Dr. T. R. Kom, Village Authority, Lower Kom village graced the occasion as chief guest.The programme was conducted under the leadership of Dr. Ch. Basudha, Head of Regional Centre, ICAR RC for NEH Region, Manipur Centre, Lamphelpat. Dr. N. Soranganba, CTO (Fishery) in his warm welcome, express her gratitude to all the dignitaries and farmers for participating inspite of busy schedule within a short notice. He encouraged the farmers to maintain soil fertility for the welfare of the farming community. Gracing the occasion Dr. Manoj Kumar Pandey, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK-Churachandpur welcomesthe Chief Guest, all dignitaries and participating farmers. He briefed the history and relevance of soil day on this special day (December 5). He also explained about healthy soil which is the foundation of the food system by improving soil health and reducing input costs for farmers. In the inaugural speech, Dr. T. R. Kom, Village Authority, Lower Kom village, Churachandpur District, addressed the gathering about soil health and advised all the farmers for better soil health. He applauded the role of ICAR-KVK Churachandpurfor outstanding contributions, better cooperation and collaborative programs for the betterment of the farmers within the district. He also distributed Soil Health Card among the farmers and encouraged them for healthy soil. K.S. Vanhhoi, village Chief, Kha Aimolappreciated about the activities taken up by ICAR-KVK Churachandpur being implemented at farmer’s level in different areas of the district. He briefed about the importance of healthy soil for cultivation of different crops. Sh. Johnson, Church Cashier, Lower Kom appreciated andexpressed his happiness towards the endeavors put forth by ICAR-KVK Churachandpur with different agricultural technologies. He further ensured more and better cooperation on behalf the farming community in carrying out other agricultural activities for the welfare of farming community in the region. Dr. S. Roma Devi, CTO (Home Science), KVK Churachandpur proposed the vote of thanks.The inaugural programme was coordinated by Dr. N. Johnson Singh, SMS (Plant Protection) ICAR-KVK Churachandpur. All the staffs of ICAR-KVK Churachandpur actively involved in the programme. During the technical sessionDr. N. Johnson Singh, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK Churachandpur briefed onImportance of soil testing in soil health improvement and crop nutrition. Sh. L. Basil, STO (Farm Manager)KVK Churachandpur detailed on Soil Sample collection The farmers were benefited with vegetable and potato seeds under IARI-NEH Programme. Issued by: ICAR-KVK, Churachandpur