Assam Agribusiness Rural Transformation Project - APART Assam

🌿 World Wetlands Day 2026 | Tihulia Beel, Morigaon 🌿

The Directorate of Fisheries, Assam, in collaboration with ARIAS Society, organised a community-based awareness programme today at Tihulia Beel, Morigaon, to mark World Wetlands Day 2026. An awareness session on wetland conservation was conducted by Dr. Sanjay Sarma, District Fisheries Development Officer, Kamrup, focusing on the importance of wetlands and fisheries-based livelihoods. This was followed by a key address by Dr. Ramendra Chandra Barman, Deputy Director, Directorate of Fisheries, Assam, who highlighted the link between wetlands, food security, and community-led conservation.
An interactive discussion was facilitated by Ms. Sheetal Sharma, Social Safeguard Specialist, ARIAS Society, engaging local communities on traditional practices and challenges related to wetland use. The programme emphasised the ecological importance of wetlands, their role in sustaining fisheries-based livelihoods, and the value of traditional knowledge in wetland conservation, with active participation from local communities.

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা Directorate of Fisheries, Assam Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam

🌿 World Wetlands Day 2026 | 2 February 🌿
Theme: Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage.
Wetlands are nature’s lifelines—supporting biodiversity, livelihoods, and climate balance. Let’s protect them today for a sustainable tomorrow.

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা Directorate of Fisheries, Assam Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam

🌱Empowering local entrepreneurship in Hamren!🌱

With support from APART, the Common Facility Centre at Hamren, West Karbi Anglong, has begun commercial production under the brand Hill Pick, creating value from locally grown agro-horticultural products and generating new livelihood opportunities—especially for women and young entrepreneurs.

A proud step toward strengthening rural enterprises and promoting local products in the market. 🌱

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা World Bank South Asia Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam AAU - Assam Agricultural University Hamren Natural Food processor Pvt Ltd

🇮🇳 Proud to Celebrate Republic Day 🇮🇳

On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, Senior Project Advisor, ARIAS Society unfurled the National Flag at our office premises in Khanapara, Guwahati.

Vande Mataram!
Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা World Bank South Asia Department of Agriculture, Assam Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam

📰 Media Coverage | APART Project- Agro Processing Initiative

Agro Processing under the APART Project featured in leading Assamese & Hindi Newspapers:
Pratham Khabar, মোৰ স্বজাতি (E-paper), Dainik Janambhumi & Dainik Agradoot.

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা Department of Agriculture, Assam AAU - Assam Agricultural University World Bank South Asia World Bank India Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam

🌾 Common Facility Centre Hanhchara, Jorhat 🌾

Shri Jay Shivani, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Jorhat, today visited the 4TPH rice processing Common Facility Centre (CFC) at Hanhchara, Jorhat to inspect the ongoing commercial production at the facility. The project has been setup with a project cost of Rs 7.39crs with 80% grant under APART and machinery technology from SATAKE.

This CFC is a significant step towards empowering local rice producers and enhancing rice processing capacity in the region. Through modern technology and collaborative efforts, the Jorhat Rice CFC aims to enhance productivity, improve the quality of rice milling, and promote value addition for the benefit of local farmers and entrepreneurs 🌱

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা Department of Agriculture, Assam Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam World Bank South Asia World Bank India District Administration, Jorhat

🎋 Common Facility Centre, Kaki (Hojai) 🎋

Shri Virendra Mittal, IAS, State Project Director, ARIAS Society, visited the Common Facility Centre at No. 1 Kaki, Hojai district, on 29th December 2025. The 5 TPH capacity raw rice processing unit, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, is supported under the APART project. Established at a total project cost of ₹8.2 crore, the facility marks a significant step towards strengthening agro-processing infrastructure in the region. 🌱



CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা World Bank South Asia Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam World Bank India AAU - Assam Agricultural University

🎊Exciting News!🎉

Biswanath Mustard Oil Pvt. Ltd. records a strong start, achieving over ₹30 lakh in turnover within three months—reflecting trusted quality and local pride.

📍 Chengmora, Jaroni, P.O. Kalabari, Biswanath, Assam – 784178
📞 Contact No: 93653 84862

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা AAU - Assam Agricultural University Department of Agriculture, Assam World Bank South Asia Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam

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Media coverage of the APART Knowledge-Sharing Session in The Sentinel on 14 December 2025. 🌿

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা Department of Agriculture, Assam AAU - Assam Agricultural University World Bank South Asia Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Assam

On 12th December 2025, the Knowledge Sharing Session under APART was held at the Assam Administrative Staff College, Khanapara. The meeting was chaired by Smt. Aruna Rajoria, IAS, Commissioner & Secretary to the Government of Assam, Agriculture Department & APC, and Chairperson, ARIAS Society.

The session was attended by Shri Virendra Mittal, IAS, State Project Director, ARIAS Society; Dr. P. Uday Praveen, IAS, Director of Agriculture, Assam; OPIU Heads; Nodal Officers; and officials from the implementing departments and ARIAS Society.

The discussions focused on sharing experiences, continuing successful interventions, and strengthening coordination among stakeholders.

CMO Assam Atul Bora অতুল বৰা Department of Agriculture, Assam AAU - Assam Agricultural University World Bank South Asia World Bank India