Mamta Pramod Thakur, a resident of Karla, a small village in Maharashtra, is a progressive farmer and social worker. Her farming has come a long way from conventional farming to organic farming, with a special focus on soil fertility and eco-friendly farming. She started organic farming through self-help groups, with the aim of not only improving her crop but also empowering local women.
Process and results of organic farming
Mamta started using organic fertilizers, such as Jeevamrit, Kunda, Dashparni extract, and Neem extract, in her crops. When she was interviewed on this subject, she said, “Organic fertilizers are very easy and economical to use as compared to chemical fertilizers. It not only improves the quality of the crop but also improves the soil structure.”
She also added that the mulch and plants grown in the farm are used as organic food products, which has reduced the cost significantly. Mamata manufactures fertilizers and pesticides on her farm herself, including natural products like Dashparni extract and Jeevamrit. These efforts significantly reduced the cost of production, and the crops grown are also safer for health.
Social Service: Awareness campaign in the village
Mamata is not just a farmer but also an active social worker. She ran an anti-alcohol campaign in her village and made the village alcohol-free after two to three years of efforts. During the Corona epidemic, Mamata distributed masks to the people and spread awareness about vaccination. Helped disabled persons and took them to the vaccination center. Under the Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan, Mamata went door to door in the village to make people aware of the national festival.
Mamta Achievements and Honors
Her remarkable achievements and services have earned her several important awards:
- 2016: Jamsetji Tata National Virtual Academy Fellowship, awarded by former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
- 2019: ‘Hirkani Puraskar’ from Maharashtra State Jeevan Unnati Abhiyan.
- 2021: Vidarbha level ‘Rajiv Gandhi Krishi Ratna Puraskar’.
- 2022: ‘Smart Agri Project Progressive Women Award’ from Vodafone Idea Foundation.
- 2021-22: ‘Jijamata Krishi Bhushan Puraskar’ by Maharashtra Government.
- 2024: ‘Vasantrao Naik Puraskar’ by Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Agricultural University, Akola.
Future plans
Mamta aims to encourage other farmers in the village to switch to organic farming. “Organic farming not only protects our land, but also the health of our family,” said Mamta. Her efforts are raising awareness in the village, and many farmers are being inspired to adopt organic farming by abandoning chemical farming.
Mamta’s journey shows how a farmer can bring about a change in her society. Her efforts are not just a symbol of innovation in farming, but also an example of a complete social reform. Inspired by this amalgamation of organic farming and social service, Mamta is leading the people of her community towards a healthy, empowered and self-reliant life.
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