Shahid Rasool میانخیل

Principal Scientist - CSIR-IIIM Field Station Pulwama, J&K. Nodal Scientist CSIR Mission on Precision Agriculture & CSIR S&T Initiatives in J&K and Ladakh.

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Hon’ble Member, NITI Aayog, Dr. M. Srinivas visited CSIR-IIIM Srinagar branch and reviewed the Institute’s work in scientific research, innovation, entrepreneurship and societal impact.

During the visit, Dr. Srinivas interacted with scientists, young researchers and startups incubated at AIC-IIIM, including ventures working in wellness, medicines and healthcare.

Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, briefed Dr. Srinivas on the institute’s research, technology translation and entrepreneurship ecosystem, while also highlighting key challenges in advancing cannabis and phytochemical research.

Dr. Srinivas appreciated the institute’s efforts and assured that the challenges related to science, technology and innovation would be examined and addressed at the appropriate level, with greater connectivity and support for taking research from the laboratory to society.

#CSIRIIIM #DrMSrinivas #NITIAayog #DrZabeerAhmed #ScienceForSociety #Innovation #Research #JammuAndKashmir #Startups #Healthcare

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From Science to Farmers’ Fields
Watch the video to hear directly from the farmers and officials about this promising initiative.

Under the leadership of Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM Jammu and CSIR-NBRI Lucknow, CSIR-IIIM Jammu continues to translate scientific innovations into practical opportunities for farmers.

With the guidance and support of Hon’ble Union Minister and Vice President, CSIR, Dr. Jitendra Singh Ji, initiatives in flower cultivation are helping farmers explore new avenues for income and rural livelihoods.

Video Courtesy : DDNews

#CSIRIIIM #CSIR #DrZabeerAhmed #DrJitendraSingh #Jammu #JammuAndKashmir #Farmers #FlowerCultivation #Agriculture #Innovation #FarmerIncome #RuralDevelopment

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CSIR-IIIM team had the honour of welcoming Dr Jitendra Singh ji, Hon’ble Union Minister for Science & Technology and Vice President CSIR. Hon'ble Minister was apprised about the cutting edge translational research and technology programmes in drug discovery, phytopharmaceuticals, industrial agriculture and farmer-centric innovations underway at the Institute.

The briefing underscored CSIR-IIIM’s concerted efforts to translate frontier science into field deployable technologies, agri-innovations and scalable solutions across diverse agrarian sectors with interventions spanning its field and experimental stations.

#CSIR #CSIRIIIM #ScienceAndTechnology #TranslationalResearch #AgriInnovation #FarmerCentric #JammuKashmir

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Prof. P. Balaram, Former Director, IISc Bengaluru and Chairman, Research Council, CSIR-IIIM, Dr. Ajit K. Shasany, Vice Chancellor, Central University of Orissa, and members of the Research Council—Prof. R. Uma Shaanker, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru; Dr. Lal Hingorani, Eminent Industrialist; Prof. Parthasarthy Das, IIT Dhanbad; and Er. Abdul Rahim, Head, CSIR-IIIM Srinagar—joined Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM J&K, for an intensive review of ongoing research and technology development programmes at CSIR-IIIM Field Station, Bonera, Pulwama.

The empowered committee commended the Station’s substantive contributions across industrial agriculture, floriculture, medicinal & aromatic crops, integrated horticulture and apiculture.

Dr. Zabeer Ahmed highlighted that the research pursuits at the Station are strategically aligned with enhancing farm profitability, sustainable agro-ecosystem intensification, agricultural self-reliance, precision agrotechnology development and climate-resilient hill farming.

#CSIR #CSIRIIIM #CSIRIIIMJammu #ResearchCouncil #ResearchAndDevelopment #ScienceAndTechnology #AgriculturalResearch #IndustrialAgriculture #Floriculture #MedicinalPlants #AromaticCrops #Horticulture #Apiculture #Agrotechnology #ClimateResilientAgriculture #SustainableAgriculture #FarmProfitability #AgriculturalInnovation #JammuAndKashmir #Pulwama #Bonera #ScientificResearch #TechnologyDevelopment @akshasany

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A proud milestone for CSIR-IIIM Jammu! The first batch of the Long-Term Skill Development Programme under CSIR-Integrated Skill Initiatives has achieved 100% placement, reflecting the institute's commitment to building a highly skilled scientific workforce.

The successful candidates have been placed as Research Associates (API Synthesis & Medicinal Chemistry) and QC Analysts/Chemists (HPLC) in leading industries and government organizations.

Under the leadership of Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, CSIR-IIIM continues to empower youth with industry-relevant skills, creating meaningful career opportunities and strengthening India's innovation ecosystem.

Empowering Skills • Creating Careers • Building the Future

#CSIRIIIM #SkillDevelopment #100PercentPlacement #CareerSuccess #Research #MedicinalChemistry #APISynthesis #HPLC #Innovation #YouthEmpowerment #ScientificWorkforce #Jammu #CSIR

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A breathtaking sea of purple blooms at Bonera Field Station, Pulwama marks the beginning of the 2026 Lavender Harvest.

Inaugurated by Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM Jammu, the event highlights the success of the CSIR Aroma Mission, driven under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Union Minister of Science & Technology and Vice President, CSIR, Dr. Jitendra Singh.

Empowering farmers, inspiring agri-startups, and strengthening Jammu & Kashmir’s journey as a hub for high-value aromatic crops — the Lavender Revolution continues to bloom.

#CSIRIIIM #DrJitendraSingh #DrZabeerAhmed #LavenderHarvest #LavenderRevolution #PurpleRevolution #AromaMission #Pulwama #JammuAndKashmir #ScienceForSociety #FarmerEmpowerment #AgriInnovation #StartupIndia #Bioeconomy

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J&K’s Lavender Revolution continues to bloom, creating new opportunities for farmers and strengthening India’s rural bioeconomy.

Driven by the pioneering efforts of CSIR-IIIM Field Station, Pulwama under #CSIRAromaMission — a flagship programme guided by Hon’ble Union Minister for Science & Technology and Vice President, CSIR, Dr. Jitendra Singh ji — lavender cultivation is emerging as a powerful model of agri-innovation and value addition.
📍 70+ acres dedicated to lavender cultivation
📍 India’s leading hub for quality planting material production, technology development & dissemination
📍 500+ quintals of premium lavender flowers produced annually
📍 500 kg of high-quality lavender essential oil produced every year
📍 Production expected to cross 600 kg this year
📍 Expanding value-added products including lavender honey, dried flowers & other high-value products
From fragrance to farmer prosperity — the Purple Revolution is turning innovation into livelihoods and taking Jammu & Kashmir’s success story from Local to Global.
#LavenderRevolution #PurpleRevolution #CSIR #CSIRAromaMission #DrJitendraSingh #ScienceForSociety #JammuAndKashmir #Pulwama #Bioeconomy #RuralDevelopment #AtmanirbharBharat

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From the lavender fields of Bhaderwah to global aspirations — the Purple Revolution is transforming rural livelihoods, creating startups, empowering women, and opening new opportunities for farmers across Jammu & Kashmir.

Proud to see the impact of science-driven innovation through CSIR-IIIM’s Aroma Mission reaching villages and inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs.

Read the full story: https://t.co/s8m1tzoUIJ

#PurpleRevolution #LavenderRevolution #CSIRIIIM #Bhaderwah #AromaMission #ScienceForSociety #RuralTransformation #StartupIndia #AtmanirbharBharat #JammuAndKashmir #LavenderGoesGlobal #Innovation

[Dr Jitendra Singh @DrJitendraSingh]

#Bhaderwah’s trademark #Lavender spreading its fragrance in the picturesque Valley of #Kashmir as well.

Visuals of ‘Bonera Farm’, patronised by #CSIR-IIIM in district Pulwama, situated approximately 40 km south of Srinagar.

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From fields to fragrance — transforming agriculture through science. 🌿

Under the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister’s call for a self-reliant India and the leadership of Hon’ble Union Minister and Vice President CSIR, Dr. Jitendra Singh, CSIR through CSIR-IIIM Jammu has helped make lavender cultivation a successful model of crop diversification in Jammu & Kashmir.

With technology-driven interventions, farmer outreach and scientific support, lavender has emerged as a crop of choice—enhancing farm incomes, creating value-added opportunities and supporting sustainable agriculture. Today, thousands of farmers are benefiting while contributing to India’s journey towards import substitution and rural prosperity.

#CSIR #CSIRIIIM #PurpleRevolution #LavenderMission #AromaMission #JammuAndKashmir #FarmersFirst #SelfReliantIndia #AtmanirbharBharat #ScienceForSociety #AgriculturalInnovation #LavenderFarming #SustainableAgriculture #DoublingFarmersIncome #InnovationForImpact

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Celebrating 12th International Yoga Day at the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu

CSIR-IIIM, Jammu enthusiastically observed International Yoga Day, reaffirming its commitment to holistic health, mental well-being, and the timeless wisdom of yoga. Scientists, researchers, officers, staff members, and students came together to participate in a rejuvenating yoga session, embracing the message of harmony between mind, body, and spirit.

On the occasion, Director, CSIR-IIIM Jammu, Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, highlighted the importance of integrating yoga into daily life for better physical fitness, mental resilience, and overall well-being. He emphasized that yoga is not just a form of exercise but a way of life that promotes balance, discipline, and a healthier society.

#InternationalYogaDay #YogaDay #YogaForOneEarthOneHealth #CSIR #CSIRIIIM #Jammu #DrZabeerAhmed #Wellness #HealthyLifestyle #ScienceForSociety #YogaForWellbeing

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Kashmir's First Mono-floral Apple Honey

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research- Indian Institute of Integrative #Medicines( @csiriiim ) has successfully harvested a mono-floral #apple #honey. See Photos by @ishoaibnazir

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In freezing Kashmir winters, honey bees weren't supposed to survive. Temperatures drop well below zero, making it impossible for apple melifolia. The key species behind most of Kashmir's honey production to endure the cold. So, every year, thousands of bee colonies are packed into trucks and moved to the planes. A long expensive journey stretching across states like Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh. It required manpower, logistics, and constant monitoring. And even then nearly 30% of the bees were lost along the way. But now scientists at CSIR III IM, Pulwama have changed the game. They've developed climate resilient protocols that focus on strengthening bee nutrition and redesigning hives using materials that can regulate internal temperature and humidity. The result, bees surviving sub-zero temperatures for the first time ever in Kashmir. This could mean the end of seasonal migration for beekeepers, cutting costs, reducing losses, and making honey production more stable and sustainable.

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Reporting: @peerashiq

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A new set of protocols and scientific intervention in honey bee farming in Jammu and Kashmir will finally allow beekeepers to rear colonies in sub-zero temperatures, instead of physically migrating hives to the plains.

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https://t.co/ohiV1Q1yLA

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CSIR Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine conducts awareness programme on lavender cultivation in Pulwama; planting material distributed to farmers.

#Pulwama #Agriculture

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Where science meets nature, beauty blossoms in full glory! The adage vindicated by the Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt of India.🌷

A glimpse of #TulipFest2026, organised by Council of Scientific & Industrial Research #CSIR-- Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM) at Bonera, Pulwama in #JammuAndKashmir.

A soothing symphony of colours and serenity!

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Director IIIM inaugurates CSIR Tulip Festival
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Dr. Zubair Ahmed, Director of CSIR-IIIM, inaugurated the Tulip Garden in Pulwama.
The initiative focuses on tulip cultivation to boost sustainable livelihoods and strengthen the floriculture sector.
The visit reflects a commitment to research-driven agricultural growth in J&K.

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From a small beginning of just 20,000 tulips to over 1.3 lakh today
Under the leadership of Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, CSIR-IIIM is transforming floriculture through science-led innovation, R&D, and farmer participation.

Guided by the vision of Dr. Jitendra Singh, the initiative reflects a strong push towards innovation-driven agriculture and self-reliance.

Speaking at the Tulip Garden inauguration, Dr. Ahmed highlighted the focus on import substitution, promoting indigenous tulip cultivation, and building opportunities for farmers and students alike.

This unique farm is more than just a tulip garden—it is emerging as a hub for aromatic crops like lavender, medicinal plants, and even experimental cultivation such as saffron, reflecting the rich biodiversity of Jammu & Kashmir.
With plans to develop it into a major demonstration center, the initiative aims to inspire youth, empower farmers, and strengthen the region’s position in floriculture at the national level.
A strong step towards self-reliant agriculture and sustainable livelihoods

#CSIRIIIM #DrZabeerAhmed #DrJitendraSingh #TulipFestival #Floriculture #AtmanirbharBharat #Innovation #Lavender #MedicinalPlants #Saffron #Farmers #JammuAndKashmir #RAndD #AgriInnovation

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A vibrant celebration of science, sustainability and scenic beauty
CSIR-IIIM Jammu inaugurated the Tulip Festival 2026 at Field Station Bonera, Pulwama, showcasing a major breakthrough in indigenous tulip bulb production. Around 1.3 lakh blooming tulips are on display, attracting visitors from across the Kashmir Valley.

Director CSIR-IIIM, Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, highlighted the institute’s commitment to farmer empowerment, import substitution, and strengthening the floriculture ecosystem. He also acknowledged the visionary guidance of Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh in advancing the CSIR Floriculture Mission.

#CSIR #IIIMJammu #TulipFestival2026 #Pulwama #FloricultureMission #AtmanirbharBharat #KashmirValley #TulipsOfKashmir #AgriInnovation #ScienceForSociety #JammuAndKashmir #IncredibleIndia