PMMSY
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying is implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana' (PMMSY) with an investment of Rs. 20,050 crore to enhance the welfare of fishermen and fish farmers in India. The scheme includes various welfare activities such as insurance coverage, livelihood support
M-CADWM
The Cabinet has approved the Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM) scheme, aiming to cover 75,000 hectares with underground piped irrigation. With a total outlay of ₹1600 crore, the scheme seeks to enhance crop production, diversify farming, and empower farmers through Water User Societies (WUS). Approximately
PMKSY
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY), which includes various schemes aimed at enhancing food processing infrastructure. Key components include the Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure scheme, which has sanctioned 66 cold chain projects in the last three years,
India-UK Agreement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article highlighting the landmark India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, emphasizing its potential to empower Indian farmers, fishermen, artisans, and small businesses while ensuring quality products at better prices for consumers. Union Minister Piyush Goyal elaborated on the agreement's benefits in a
Agriculture
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited groundnut fields in Gujarat, interacting with farmers and participating in crop maintenance activities. He discussed improved groundnut varieties, seed quality, and production techniques while addressing farmers' concerns about seasonal challenges and market prices. The Minister also inspected modern agricultural equipment, including
water charges
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has issued a rebuttal to misleading media reports suggesting that farmers will incur charges for water usage under the M-CADWM scheme. The Ministry clarifies that there are no provisions for user charges in this pilot project, which aims to enhance irrigation efficiency and promote modern
Cooperation
Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the importance of cooperatives in India during a seminar in Mumbai, marking the International Cooperative Year 2025. He highlighted the Ministry of Cooperation's initiatives to empower farmers, including new products from NAFED, a cooperative taxi service, and the establishment of a fully
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan is spearheading the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA), a 15-day national campaign aimed at connecting scientific research with grassroots agriculture. Launched on May 29, 2025, the initiative targets over 1.5 crore farmers across 700+ districts, supported by 16,000 agricultural scientists and
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
On the fourth day of the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan', Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, interacted with farmers in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. He emphasized the importance of direct dialogue to promote advanced farming practices and highlighted the need to increase production, reduce
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Prime Minister launched the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan', a significant initiative aimed at modernizing Indian agriculture. Over 2,000 teams of scientists and experts will reach millions of farmers across 700 districts to provide modern agricultural knowledge and support. The campaign focuses on improving agricultural practices, ensuring fair