On field training cum night shelter distribution programme in the villages of Valluvapakkam and Kayanallur, Chengalpattu district, Tamil nadu on 24 February, 2022 under DAPSC
ICAR-DPR initiated DAPSC programme in Chengalpattu District of Tamilnadu on 24 February, 2022. Initially two villages namely, Valluvapakkam in Madhurandakam Block and Kayanallur from Chithamur block were selected and a total of 100 SC Families were identified for the purpose. On 24th February, 2022, a team from the Directorate visited both the villages and provided on field training to the identified SC families. The beneficiaries were briefed about the DAPSC scheme of ICAR-DPR and the contribution made by ICAR-DPR in developing new backyard chicken varieties like Vanaraja, Gramapriya etc... Brief training was given to the beneficiaries for rearing birds under backyard farming. Brooding management, nutrition and health aspects were covered. The negative impact of protein and micronutrient deficiencies on health and welfare of marginalised communities were explained and highlighted the importance of consuming egg and meat for improving nutritional status and immunity. Queries of the farmers were answered by the scientists. For proper safe guarding of birds during night from predatory attacks and cold climate, 100 night shelters were distributed (50 in each village) to 100 SC families. Entire programme was conducted as per the latest guidelines issued by state and central government regarding COVID-19 control protocol. Dr A Kannan, Principal Scientist, Dr.M.Shanmugam, Senior Scientist and Vijaykumar, Senior Scientist, ICAR-DPR participated in the programme. Dr.M.Shanmugam, Senior Scientist coordinated the programme. The programme was attended by the elected representatives and officials of both the panchayats.
