Israel model farming in 10K hectares of land across state
Government prepares an action plan, earmarks Rs 300 cr
Bengaluru, Dec 30: The state government has planned to implement much ambitious Israel Model Integrated Farming Campaign in 10,000 hectares of land across the state, for which, it has earmarked Rs 300 crore.
It was decided to implement the plan in 5,000 hectare of agricultural land and 5,000 hectares of horticultural land and a high level committee was constituted under the leadership of the Additional Chief Secretary and the Development Commissioner to implement the programme. It was decided to develop Israel model agriculture technical hubs in Kolar, Chitradurga, Koppa, Gadag, Karwar, Tumkur, Yadagiri and Dharwad districts on pilot basis. Based on the results, the recommendations of the Committee would be implemented in other parts of the state in phased manner.
Sources said that the government has decided to implement micro irrigation system in Tumkur, Yadagiri, Koppal, and Haveri districts. The Israel model agriculture system was mentioned in the Budget and it is said that this method would beat the water problem. It was advised to take up precise farming, conservation farming, automation in farming, reuse of water, community farming and other methods.
It was decided to implement Israel model irrigation system in 5,000 hectares of land in Karwar, Tumkur, Yadagiri and Haveri districts at a cost of Rs 150 crore. In the same way, the same method would be implemented in another 5,000 hectares of land in Kolar, Chitradurga, Koppal, Gadag district at a cost of Rs 150 crore, sources said.
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What is Iran’s 10-point plan? Key demands ahead of US talks in Islamabad
Tehran/Islamabad: Iran has outlined a 10-point plan as the basis for upcoming talks with the United States, expected to begin in Islamabad on April 11, according to a statement from the Iranian Supreme National Security Council.
The plan lays out Tehran’s key political, military and economic demands, and is being seen as a framework for negotiations following the recent escalation in the region.
Strait of Hormuz at the centre
A major focus of the plan is the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. Iran has proposed “controlled passage through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with the Iranian armed forces,” which it says would give the country a unique economic and geopolitical position.
The plan also calls for the “establishment of a safe transit protocol” in the Strait that would guarantee Iran’s dominance under an agreed mechanism.
Call to end conflict
Iran has demanded “the necessity of ending the war against all elements of the axis of resistance,” signalling its expectation that hostilities should stop not only in Iran but also involving allied groups in the region.
US troop withdrawal
Another key demand is the “withdrawal of US combat forces from all bases and deployment points in the region,” indicating Tehran’s long-standing position against American military presence in West Asia.
Sanctions relief and compensation
The plan places strong emphasis on economic measures. It calls for “full payment of Iran’s damages according to estimates,” along with “the lifting of all primary and secondary sanctions and resolutions of the Board of Governors and the Security Council.”
It also seeks “the release of all Iranian assets and properties frozen abroad,” which have been a major point of contention for years.
Binding global guarantee
Finally, Iran has demanded that all these terms be formally recognised through “a binding Security Council resolution,” suggesting it wants international legal backing to ensure enforcement.
What this means
The 10-point plan reflects Iran’s broader push for security guarantees, economic relief and regional influence. The upcoming talks in Islamabad are expected to test how far both sides are willing to negotiate on these demands.
