Officers from the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services (AH&VS) Department Government of Sikkim, led by Secretary Dr. Sharman Rai, attended a significant regional review meeting in the national capital. The meeting was presided over by Mrs. Alka Upadhaya IAS, the Union Secretary for the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
Representing Team Sikkim were esteemed officials including Dr. KT Bhutia, Principal Director; Dr. Tilak Ghatani, MD SMU; Dr. Pem T Bhutia, Additional Director; and Dr. Pratik Sharma, Chief Executive Officer of the Sikkim Livestock Development Board (SLDB).
The meeting focused on the strategic development and policy framework for animal husbandry and dairy sectors across the region, fostering collaboration and exchange of best practices among participating states.
This engagement underscores Sikkim’s commitment to enhancing its animal husbandry initiatives and aligning with national priorities to promote sustainable growth in the sector.