News

Sikkim acknowledged as world’s first organic state

Representative Image

GANGTOK, Sikkim: Sikkim has been acknowledged as the ‘First Organic State in the World’ and ‘Crime Free State’ by the World Book of Records, London. Primarily, Sikkim is the only state in the world that has achieved 100 per cent implementation of organic policy.

Sikkim is the only state, which has eliminated the use of inorganic fertilisers and pesticides within its border. This has benefited more than 66,000 farming households in the state. World Book of Record made the declaration at a ceremony held in the state capital Gangtok.

The Governor of Sikkim Ganga Prasad has been presented with the citation as the ‘First Organic State in the World’ and ‘Crime Free State’ with the best governance.

World Book of Record, London is an organisation that collects and authenticates data of extraordinary records that are claimed around the globe. Additionally, it facilitates people as well as places that made an exemplary contribution towards mankind and international peace, thus highlighting their skills and capabilities.  

Team Urban Update

Recent Posts

Gadkari: EV prices to match petrol, diesel cars in two years

Representative Image NEW DELHI: Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Government of India,…

3 months ago

14 lakh homes built in Gujarat under PMAY scheme

Representative Image GANDHINAGAR, Gujarat: Gujarat has reached a significant milestone in the construction of homes…

3 months ago

MBMC launches ‘Central School Control Room’ for students’ safety

Representative Image THANE, Maharashtra: The Mira Bhayander Municipal Corporation (MBMC) in Maharashtra has established a…

3 months ago

Delhi govt extends ban on sale, production of firecrackers till Jan 2025

Representative Image NEW DELHI: With the aim to tackle the increasing air pollution level in…

3 months ago

UPSIDA takes over maintenance of 34 industrial areas from ULBs

Representative Image LUCKNOW, Uttar Pradesh: The Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) has come…

3 months ago

Delhi Jal Board to team up with WATCO for 24/7 water supply

Representative Image NEW DELHI: The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) plans to collaborate with the Water…

3 months ago