Gangtok: In a move to enhance coordination and promote sustainable growth in the livestock and dairy sectors, Dr Sharman Rai, Secretary of the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services (AH&VS) Department, Government of Sikkim, met Naresh Pal Gangwar, IAS, Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, on Monday, November 3.
Dr Rai was accompanied by Dr T. N. Bhutia, Additional Director (Planning/SARAH), and Dr Pratik Sharma, Chief Executive Officer of the Sikkim Livestock Development Board.
The meeting centred on livestock development, animal health initiatives, and future collaboration between the Centre and the State. Both sides underlined the importance of joint initiatives to improve animal husbandry infrastructure, enhance livestock productivity, and promote dairy entrepreneurship in Sikkim.
The discussions concluded positively, with a shared commitment to strengthening institutional partnerships and ensuring long-term sustainability in Sikkim’s livestock and dairy development.
