PM-KUSUM Scheme Benefits 21.77 Lakh Farmers with Renewable Energy Solutions

Under the PM-KUSUM scheme, over 21.77 lakh farmers across India have benefited from solar agriculture pumps and plants as of December 31, 2025. This demand-driven initiative allocates capacity based on state demands and achieved milestones, with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy providing significant financial assistance to ensure widespread implementation. Revised guidelines in January 2024 simplified processes to improve adoption rates. The scheme is managed by State Implementing Agencies, which oversee beneficiary selection and execution.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link