Lavender Cultivation and Jammu and Kashmir 'S First Purple Revolution

Lavender cultivation has emerged as a transformative agricultural practice in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in the Doda district, owing to the success of the Aroma Mission initiated by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). This initiative, also referred to as the "Purple Revolution," has placed a spotlight on the commercial potential of aromatic farming. This paper explores the contribution of Jasbir Singh Kotwal, an engineering student at Jamia Millia Islamia Delhi and a native of village Pora bala ,tehsil Gandoh Bhalessa in Doda district, who has played a pivotal role in introducing lavender cultivation to his hometown. Kotwal’s unique approach merges his academic background in engineering with traditional agricultural methods, driving both economic growth and sustainable agricultural development in his local community.