Lavender Festival

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About Lavender Festival:

It is the 2nd year of the lavender revolution. Bhaderwah has emerged as the Lavender capital of India and an Agri StartUp destination.
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research- Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM) in supporting farmers in the cultivation of Lavender in the Bhaderwah, Doda district, J&K under CSIR-Aroma Mission.

Key facts about CSIR-Aroma Mission:

It is a flagship project of CSIR under which Lavender cultivation is being promoted in the temperate regions of J&K.
It was launched under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
The project aims to increase the income of small and marginal farmers and develop agriculture-based Startups.

What is Lavender?

It is a flowering plant in the mint family that’s easily identified by its sweet floral scent.
It’s believed to be native to the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and India.

Q1) What is the flagship project?

A flagship project refers to a significant, high-profile, program that represents a key priority for an organization, government, or institution. It is typically a prominent and visible undertaking that aims to achieve specific objectives.

Source: Bhaderwah has emerged as the Lavender capital of India and Agri StartUp destination, says Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh