Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited Vidisha to review development work and address public welfare issues during a DISHA committee meeting in Raisen. Key topics included combating black marketing of fertilizers, ensuring timely PM Awas Yojana installments, empowering women through the National Rural Livelihoods Mission, and improving rural
Handloom
The Ministry of Textiles in India is implementing various schemes to develop the handloom and handicraft sectors, particularly in rural areas. Key initiatives include financial assistance for raw materials, looms, and marketing, with a focus on supporting women and marginalized communities. Over the past five years, significant funds have been
Bima Sakhi Yojana
The Bima Sakhi Yojana, a collaboration between the Ministry of Rural Development and LIC, aims to empower women and promote financial inclusion in rural India. Trained women from Self Help Groups will serve as 'Bima Sakhis' at the Gram Panchayat level, providing affordable insurance solutions and raising awareness
Internet Connectivity
The Ministry of Communications has announced several initiatives aimed at improving internet connectivity in rural areas, including the Gen-Next Support for Innovative Startups (GENESIS) program, the India Business Process Outsourcing Promotion Scheme (IBPS), and the establishment of Software Technology Parks in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. As of March 2025, India
Livestock Farmers
On July 23, 2025, Prof. S.P. Singh Baghel chaired a Virtual Awareness Program for livestock farmers, engaging over 2 lakh participants across 16 states and UTs. The initiative aimed to boost rural livelihoods through livestock entrepreneurship, encouraging the adoption of modern technologies and government schemes. Key topics included breed
Cooperative Movement
The Government of India has approved a comprehensive plan to strengthen the cooperative movement by establishing 2 lakh new multipurpose PACS, dairy, and fishery cooperatives across all panchayats over five years. This initiative aims to diversify economic activities, enhance operational efficiency through computerization, and provide various services to rural citizens.
Meri Panchayat
The 'Meri Panchayat' mobile application has been awarded the WSIS Champion Award 2025 for its role in enhancing citizen-centric governance and bridging the knowledge divide. The app empowers over 25 lakh elected representatives and 950 million rural residents in India, providing access to real-time information on Panchayat budgets,
Viksit Gaon
Union Minister of State for Rural Development, Shri Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, emphasized the need to create a ‘Viksit Gaon’ to achieve a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047 during the Performance Review Committee meeting. He highlighted the importance of rural development initiatives like MGNREGS, PMAY-G, and PMGSY in combating unemployment, providing housing, and
MSME
Hon. Minister of State for MSME and Labour, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, visited KVIC in Bengaluru, emphasizing the importance of empowering artisans and traditional industries. Under PM Modi's leadership, the Khadi and Village Industry sector has seen significant growth, with a 447% increase in sales and 49% in employment
Uttarakhand
Union Minister for Agriculture, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, met with Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami to discuss agricultural and rural development needs. The Central Government will provide support under various schemes, including funds for crop protection, promotion of traditional millet crops, and establishment of Centres of Excellence for superfoods. The
Women's Empowerment
The Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission hosted the 'Lakhpati Didi Sammelan' to honor women-led self-help groups, with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasizing women's role as 'real change makers.' The event recognized the success of various initiatives aimed at empowering rural women, showcasing
Integrated Aqua Park
The Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, announced a ₹100-crore proposal for an Integrated Aqua Park in Jammu and Kashmir under PMMSY Phase-II. This initiative aims to enhance the fisheries ecosystem in the region, which has seen significant growth in milk and fish production.