Lucknow. The Uttar Pradesh government is continuously doing new experiments to increase the income of farmers and create new employment opportunities in rural areas. In this context, the state government has started an ambitious project to promote pearl farming, which is being considered as a profitable and sustainable agricultural enterprise for the farmers.

50 percent subsidy will provide huge benefits

Under this project, farmers can start pearl farming at a cost of approximately Rs 12 lakh, in which up to 50 percent subsidy will be provided by the government. This means that the financial burden on farmers will reduce and the risk will also reduce. If farming is done properly, farmers can earn an average net income of Rs 8 to 9 lakh in 18 months.

Farming will be done scientifically

Pearl farming is a scientific process different from traditional farming. In this, oysters are reared in ponds and pearls are grown in them with special technology. Under the project, farmers will be given complete technical training like oyster surgery techniques, modern methods of pearl production, disease management and maintenance, marketing and sales information, so that they can do this work successfully.

Launched from Raj Bhavan

This project was inaugurated by Governor Anandiben Patel in the pond located in the Raj Bhavan complex. During this time he also observed the surgical process of pearl production. The Governor described it as an initiative that opens new avenues of income for farmers, youth and women and said that such innovations strengthen the foundation of a self-reliant rural economy.

Cooperation from central government scheme also

Pearl farming is also being encouraged under the Matsya Sampada Yojana of the Government of India. Under this scheme, grants and technical assistance are provided, making this venture more viable.