Srinagar, Jan. 23 -- Horticulture Department Kashmir has distributed 4 lakh plants of different varieties and out of which 60,000 have been distributed in Srinagar district only under Backyard Horticulture Scheme.

Director Horticulture Kashmir Ajaz Ahmed Bhat said these plants were distributed on 90% subsidy to the citizens at Fruit Plant Nursery Zakura Srinagar.

During the visit to the nursery, he directed Chief Horticulture officers of the Kashmir Division to ensure wild publicity of the scheme through electronic and print media so that people can avail the benefits of the scheme.

During the distribution of the plants, Director Horticulture assured the farmers that the department will provide technical as well as financial support un...