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Rajasthan Village Goes Fully Organic, First in State
13 Jan
Summary
- Bamanwas Kankar panchayat is Rajasthan's first to achieve full organic certification.
- The initiative addresses soil degradation, water scarcity, and health concerns.
- Community discussions and COFED support drove the successful transition.
Bamanwas Kankar, a panchayat in Rajasthan's Kotputli-Behror district, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the state's first fully organic village body. This transition addresses critical environmental concerns, including soil degradation and diminishing groundwater levels, while prioritizing the health of its residents. The panchayat encompasses seven hamlets committed to chemical-free farming and ecologically sound animal husbandry.
The shift towards organic methods was a community-driven effort, initiated over the past year due to declining soil fertility and rising costs of chemical inputs. Supported by Cofarmin Federation of Organic Societies and Producer Companies (COFED), farmers received technical guidance on organic practices and certification. This integrated approach aims to restore soil health and protect water resources.
A ceremony on January 2 saw participants pledge against chemical-based agriculture, symbolizing a collective commitment to sustainable practices. COFED founder Jeetendra Sevawat highlighted the achievement as a model for community ownership of change, with plans to replicate this success in 300 more panchayats by the end of 2026.
