Droupadi Murmu presenting the Padma Shri in the field of
Agriculture to L Hangthing on Monday. (Photo Courtesy: X @rashtrapatibhvn)
- DIMAPUR — L
Hangthing, a progressive farmer from Noklak district, was conferred the
prestigious Padma Shri award for his pioneering contributions to agriculture,
horticulture, and rural entrepreneurship.
- The honour was presented by the President of India at the
Civil Investiture Ceremony-II held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. The event
was attended by the Vice President of India, Prime Minister, and Union Home
Minister, along with other dignitaries.
- Born on September 23, 1974, Hangthing was recognised for
pioneering modern agricultural practices in Noklak. He was the first person to
establish a plantation nursery in the district, setting up what later became
the Jungyam Nursery & Horticulture Farming Society in 1988. The nursery
introduced several non-native fruits, plants, and vegetables to the region.
- In 2001, he founded the Agro-Revolution Society, aiming to
shift traditional farming methods to a more diversified and sustainable model
by promoting season-based cultivation, livestock integration, and horticulture.
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