Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana Overview

The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY), launched in 2015-16, aims to enhance water access for farming, expand irrigated areas, and promote sustainable water practices. It includes two main components: the Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (AIBP) and Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP), which has four sub-components. The scheme's implementation has been approved for 2021-26, with ongoing monitoring through a dedicated dashboard to address project bottlenecks, particularly land acquisition issues. The initiative also promotes micro irrigation and efficient water use.

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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