Agriculture
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has implemented various AI and IoT initiatives to enhance crop productivity and farmer livelihoods. Key initiatives include the 'Kisan e-Mitra' chatbot for farmer queries, the National Pest Surveillance System for pest detection, and financial assistance for drone usage in agriculture. The
Horticulture
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited SKUAST-K in Jammu & Kashmir to review horticultural innovations and engage with stakeholders in agriculture. He discussed advancements in apple cultivation, irrigation needs for saffron growers, and the challenges faced by beekeepers and cold storage operators. The Minister emphasized the government's
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the continuation of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, highlighting its success in modernizing Indian agriculture and enhancing farmer welfare. The campaign has seen over 2,170 teams engage with more than 1.34 crore farmers across 1.42 lakh villages. Key initiatives include
Farmer welfare
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significant impact of government initiatives for farmers over the past 11 years, including the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Kisan Fasal Bima. He noted the continuous rise in Minimum Support Price (MSP) has improved farmers' incomes and highlighted the government's focus