The “Technology and Machinery Demonstration Mela 2026” for farmers of the NEH Region was organized on March 16, 2026, at the Agricultural Engineering Section, Division of System Research and Engineering, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam, under the AICRP on FIM scheme, in collaboration with the AICRP on PEASEM scheme. The mela featured an exhibition showcasing improved farm tools and machinery suitable for hill agriculture, along with field demonstrations of various implements and technologies. Additionally, a farmer-scientist interaction session provided a platform for insightful discussions and knowledge exchange. A total of 85 participants, including 50 farmers from the Ri Bhoi and East Khasi Hills districts of Meghalaya, actively participated in the event. Farmers showed great enthusiasm during the demonstrations of improved farm tools and machinery, such as different models of power tillers, power tiller operated seed planters/drills, mechanized turmeric processing systems (washer, boiler, slicer, dryer and grinding machines), mushroom bag-making machines, manual transplanters, and other improved hand tools/equipment. The event was successfully organized and coordinated by Dr. Hijam Jiten Singh Scientist (FMP & PI AICRP on FIM) and Dr. Huidrom Dayananda Singh, Scientist (FMP & PI, AICRP on PEASEM).