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**Summary:**
District Collector P. Akash spearheaded the launch of the Kuruvai paddy season in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, on June 13, 2025. He participated in a direct sowing event with farmers and agricultural students, promoting sustainable farming practices. The district aims to cultivate 45,000 acres of paddy under the Kuruvai Special Package Scheme, which has been consistently supporting farmers in recent years with substantial financial backing.
**News Article:**
**Nagapattinam Launches Kuruvai Paddy Season with Focus on Sustainable Farming**
**NAGAPATTINAM, Tamil Nadu – June 13, 2025** – District Collector P. Akash inaugurated the Kuruvai paddy cultivation season in Nagapattinam today at Pattamangalam village, Kilvelur taluk. The launch involved a direct sowing event where Mr. Akash joined local farmers and students from the Agricultural College and Research Institute, Kilvelur, in planting paddy seeds. This event highlighted the district’s commitment to promoting sustainable and traditional farming techniques.
The direct seeding method employed during the launch is part of a broader effort to encourage environmentally conscious agricultural practices.
“All preparatory measures for Kuruvai cultivation are in place across the district,” stated Mr. Akash. The district is targeting 45,000 acres for Kuruvai paddy cultivation this year, with farmers actively preparing their fields for planting.
The Kuruvai Special Package Scheme has been a crucial component of supporting Kuruvai cultivation in the district. The scheme has seen significant investment and impact over the past four years, covering considerable land areas and receiving substantial financial allocations. From 2021 to 2025, the scheme has covered thousands of hectares of land in the district. The scheme and it’s financial allocations has ranged from ₹29 lakh to over ₹637 lakh.
The launch signals a strong start to the Kuruvai season, with the district administration and farming community working together to ensure a successful harvest.
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