Indigenous Products
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for citizens to purchase indigenous products. He emphasized that buying locally made goods will boost the income of manufacturers and strengthen the economy. Chouhan highlighted the importance of supporting local farmers, small-scale producers, and
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
Union Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressed a large gathering in Patna, Bihar, during the release of the 20th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. He emphasized the importance of agriculture in India's economy, highlighted the direct transfer of over Rs. 3.77
Meghalaya
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan attended the 'Meghalaya Pineapple Festival-2025' in New Delhi, emphasizing the need for promoting Meghalaya's organic agricultural products. He announced plans for airlifting agricultural goods and collaboration with the state government to enhance the agriculture sector in Meghalaya. The Minister
PM-Kisan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has called on farmers to participate in the release of the 20th installment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi, scheduled for August 2. In a video message, he emphasized the importance of attending local programs where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address farmers and
PM-Kisan
The 20th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme will be released on August 2, 2025, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Varanasi. A high-level meeting chaired by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviewed preparations to ensure maximum benefit reaches farmers. The scheme, which transfers ₹6,
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited Vidisha to review development work and address public welfare issues. Key discussions included tackling black marketing of fertilizers, ensuring timely PM Awas Yojana installments, empowering women through the Lakhpati Didis initiative, and improving rural connectivity. The minister emphasized strict actions against counterfeit
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
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
Lakhpati Didis
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the government aims to have 2 crore Lakhpati Didis (women earning over ₹10 lakh annually) by August 15. During his visit to Gujarat, he released success stories of 50 Lakhpati Didis and emphasized the importance of women's economic empowerment
Lakhpati Didis
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the government aims to have 2 crore Lakhpati Didis (women earning over ₹10 lakh annually) by August 15. During his visit to Gujarat, he released success stories of 50 Lakhpati Didis and emphasized the importance of self-help groups in empowering women
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan attended the 4th convocation ceremony at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University in Pusa, Bihar, where he inaugurated new facilities and emphasized the importance of innovation in agriculture. He highlighted a 40% increase in agricultural output over the past 11 years and urged
ICAR
The 97th Foundation Day of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was celebrated with Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressing the gathering. He highlighted the significant growth in food grains, horticulture, and milk production over the past 11 years, attributing this success to the dedication of scientists.