28 October 2026, Hyderabad
Watershed Organisation Trust (WOTR) and ICAR–Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad, jointly organised a regional consultation workshop on the drylands of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana at ICAR–CRIDA today. The workshop aimed to develop a shared understanding of aridity and landscape changes in the two states, examine the factors affecting dryland ecosystems and livelihoods, and identify priorities and opportunities for sustainable development.
The workshop brought together scientists from ICAR–CRIDA, representatives of WOTR, and members of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) working in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The discussions focused on the interconnected pressures shaping drylands, the experiences and lessons emerging from existing policies and interventions, and the knowledge gaps requiring attention.
Chairing the workshop, Dr Vinod Kumar Singh, Director, ICAR–CRIDA, highlighted the contribution of drylands and rainfed agriculture over the past two decades. He also discussed changes in aridity in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, drawing on climate data analysis.
The participants deliberated on land-use changes over the past three decades, the factors driving these changes, and strategies to enhance the productivity and sustainability of dryland areas. The discussions also explored ways to strengthen the contribution of drylands to agricultural production and the economies of the two states and the country.
The workshop concluded with a vote of thanks to the Chair and participants, reaffirming the importance of collaborative consultation and knowledge-sharing for addressing dryland challenges and identifying pathways for sustainable development in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
(Source: ICAR–Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad)
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