How Bardhaman
Horticulture Center is Organised
A transparent look at BHC's leadership hierarchy, department structure, and reporting lines — from our parent company Samiun Agromarine LLP down to every operational team.
Organisational Chart
From the parent company at the top to each operational department — here is how BHC's structure flows.
Samiun Agromarine LLP
Parent OrganisationDiversified agri-marine enterprise. BHC operates as a branch under its umbrella.
samiunagromarine.comDr. Mahi Choudhury
Chairman Chairman, Bardhaman Horticulture Center (BHC)Founder of the Bardhaman Horticulture Center (BHC), with over three decades of experience in agri-business, aquaculture, and horticulture management.
Shri, Sk Md Rahat
Head of Operations Head of Operations, BHCOversees day-to-day nursery, advisory, and administrative operations at the Bardhaman Horticulture Center (BHC) campus.
Shrimati, Pauli Sarkar
Senior Agronomist Senior Agronomist, Technical & Advisory LeadLeads the on-farm advisory programme, soil testing services, and technical training for farmers across West Bengal.
Nursery In-charge
Nursery & Planting MaterialManages propagation, quality control, and dispatch of all planting material and nursery stock.
Lab Technician
Soil Testing LaboratoryConducts soil nutrient, pH, and micronutrient analyses. Issues farm-specific fertiliser recommendation reports.
Shri, Sk Md. Rafik
Senior Agronomist – Biotechnology & AdvisoryDiagnose crop diseases, pest attacks, nutrient deficiencies, and suggest appropriate management practices. Apply modern biotechnology, improved planting materials, bio-fertilizers, biocontrol agents, and sustainable farming techniques where appropriate.
Floriculture Supervisor
Floriculture DivisionManages cut-flower and ornamental plant production, supply, and protected-cultivation advisory.
Vegetable Coordinator
Vegetable Production SupportCoordinates seasonal vegetable seedling production, crop scheduling, and grower support services.
Trade & Accounts Officer
Post-Harvest & Trade SupportHandles bulk procurement, billing, post-harvest guidance, and market-linkage under the Samiun Agromarine network.
Reporting Lines & Responsibilities
How decisions flow and who is accountable for what at every level of BHC.
How Authority Flows
BHC operates on a clear three-tier structure. Strategic direction comes from Samiun Agromarine LLP via the Chairman. Day-to-day decisions sit with the Centre Management team, who co-ordinates all departments.
- Samiun Agromarine LLP sets group strategy & policy
- Chairman oversees BHC under group mandate
- Centre Management leads all operational decisions
- Department heads report to Centre Management daily
- Support functions serve all departments cross-functionally
Accountability & Governance
Each department head is accountable for quality, output, and farmer satisfaction within their division. Financial reporting and compliance flow upward to Samiun Agromarine LLP on a regular basis.
- Monthly operational reviews with Centre Management
- Quarterly financial reporting to parent company
- Customer feedback reviewed at centre level
- Quality audits conducted on nursery stock output
- Annual performance review across all departments
Roles & Positions at a Glance
A structured overview of every role in the organisation and where it sits.
| Level | Position / Role | Department / Unit | Reporting To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parent |
Samiun Agromarine LLP
|
Parent Organisation | — |
| Chairman |
Dr. Mahi Choudhury
|
Chairman, Bardhaman Horticulture Center (BHC) | Samiun Agromarine LLP |
| Management |
Shri, Sk Md Rahat
|
Head of Operations, BHC | Dr. Mahi Choudhury, Chairman |
| Management |
Shrimati, Pauli Sarkar
|
Senior Agronomist, Technical & Advisory Lead | Dr. Mahi Choudhury, Chairman |
| Dept. |
Nursery In-charge
|
Nursery & Planting Material | Centre Management |
| Dept. |
Lab Technician
|
Soil Testing Laboratory | Centre Management |
| Dept. |
Shri, Sk Md. Rafik
|
Senior Agronomist – Biotechnology & Advisory | Centre Management |
| Dept. |
Floriculture Supervisor
|
Floriculture Division | Centre Management |
| Dept. |
Vegetable Coordinator
|
Vegetable Production Support | Centre Management |
| Dept. |
Trade & Accounts Officer
|
Post-Harvest & Trade Support | Centre Management |
| Support |
Administration & Records
|
Cross-functional | Centre Management |
| Support |
Accounts & Billing
|
Cross-functional | Centre Management |
| Support |
Logistics & Dispatch
|
Cross-functional | Centre Management |
| Support |
Customer Relations
|
Cross-functional | Centre Management |
Support Functions
Cross-functional teams that keep BHC's departments running smoothly every day.
Administration & Records
Maintains all centre records, correspondence, compliance, and regulatory documentation.
Accounts & Billing
Manages purchase orders, sales invoicing, payroll, and financial reporting to the parent company.
Logistics & Dispatch
Coordinates transport, packing, and on-time delivery of planting material to buyers across the district.
Customer Relations
Handles farmer enquiries, complaint resolution, feedback collection, and follow-up visits.
Governed Under Samiun Agromarine LLP
Bardhaman Horticulture Center(BHC) operates as a venture of Samiun Agromarine LLP, a diversified agri-marine enterprise with interests spanning aquaculture, agronomy, horticulture, and agri-trade. The partnership provides BHC with institutional governance, financial oversight, and access to a broader research and supply network.
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