Detailed information on regular work being done with the Department of Agriculture of the Central Government:

Inviting Ideas for Mann Ki Baat by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 30th nov 2025

30 नोव्हेंबर 2025 को प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदीजी द्वारा आयोजित मन की बात के लिए विचार आमंत्रित करे

Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi looks forward to sharing his thoughts on themes and issues that matter to you. Prime Minister invites you to share your ideas on topics he should address ..

माननीय प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी आपसे जुड़े विषयों और मुद्दों पर अपने विचार साझा करने के लिए उत्सुक हैं। प्रधानमंत्री आपको उन विषयों पर अपने विचार साझा करने के लिए आमंत्रित करते हैं जिन पर उन्हें बात करनी चाहिए।

अपनी बात रखने के लिए यहां क्लिक करें।

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Hon’ble Prime Minister has released the 20th installment of PM KISAN on 02 August 2025 from Varanasi.

eKYC is MANDATORY for PMKISAN Registered Farmers. OTP Based eKYC is available on This Portal .

पीएम किसान योजना की E - KYC यहाँ उपलब्ध है। इसके लिए यहाँ क्लिक करें.

Krishi Nivesh

Krishi Nivesh Portal is an initiative by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare to facilitate farmers and investors. There are many govt. schemes for farmer’s welfare through which the investors can avail the subsidized benefits provided by various departments, divisions and ministries. This portal is an one stop place for availing the benefits promulgated by different Government departments and ministries in agriculture sector.The Indian government, at both central and state levels, has launched numerous agriculture welfare schemes to support farmers, enhance productivity, and promote sustainable farming. These schemes are either fully funded by the central government (Central Sector Schemes), implemented by states with central funding (Centrally Sponsored Schemes), or state-specific initiatives, often in collaboration with the center. Below is an overview of key agriculture schemes, categorized by their funding and implementation structure, based on available information.

Central Sector Schemes

1. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)  

   - Objective: Provides direct income support to small and marginal farmers.  

   - Details Eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 annually in three equal installments of ₹2,000, transferred directly to their bank accounts via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Launched in 2019, it has disbursed over ₹2.81 lakh crore to more than 11 crore farmers.  

   - Impact: Helps farmers meet agricultural and household expenses, enhancing financial stability.  

2. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) 

   - Objective: Offers crop insurance to protect farmers against crop losses due to natural calamities, pests, or diseases.  

   - Details: Launched in 2016, it covers notified crops like wheat, rice, pulses, oilseeds, and sugarcane. Farmers pay a nominal premium, with the government subsidizing the rest. Over ₹1.83 lakh crore in claims have been disbursed.  

   - Impact: Reduces financial distress and stabilizes farmer incomes. 

3. National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM)  

   - Objective: Promotes scientific beekeeping and honey production.  

   - Details: Launched in 2020 under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, it provides training, equipment, and financial assistance to beekeepers. It aims to double honey production by 2025, with production rising from 12,000 metric tons (2019-20) to 20,000 metric tons (2022-23). Includes 100 Honey FPOs and the Madhukranti portal for online registration.  

4. Formation and Promotion of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)

   - Objective: Strengthens farmers’ collective bargaining power and market access.  

   - Details: Launched in 2020 with a budget of ₹6,865 crore, it provides financial assistance of up to ₹18 lakh per FPO for three years, equity grants, and credit guarantees. FPOs are onboarded on the e-NAM platform for online trading.  

5. Central Sector Scheme for Drones to Women SHGs  

   - Objective: Promotes modern technology in agriculture.  

   - Details: Approved for 2024-26 with ₹1,261 crore, it equips 15,000 Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) with drones for rental services (e.g., applying fertilizers and pesticides). Covers 80% of drone costs (up to ₹8 lakh per group).  

Centrally Sponsored Schemes

1. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)

   - Objective: Promotes organic farming.  

   - Details: Launched in 2015, it provides financial assistance for certification, training, and inputs. Implemented across all states and union territories, it has brought over 2 million hectares under organic cultivation and trained over 1 million farmers, creating 10,000 jobs.  

2. Krishi Kalyan Abhiyan (KKA) 

   - Objective: Improves farmer incomes in aspirational districts.  

   - Details: Launched in 2018, it operates in 112 districts, focusing on training, soil health improvement, and demonstrations. Over 11 lakh farmers trained, and 15 lakh hectares of land improved in soil health.  

3. Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA)  

   - Objective: Ensures price support for farmers’ produce.  

   - Details: Launched in 2018, it provides minimum support prices for crops like wheat, rice, pulses, oilseeds, and sugarcane, benefiting 120 million farmers. ₹20,000 crore allocated in the current financial year. Includes Price Support Scheme (PSS) and Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) for perishable commodities.  

4. National Mission on Edible Oils – Oil Palm (NMEO-OP)

   - Objective: Increases domestic edible oil production.  

   - Details: Launched in 2021, it promotes oil palm cultivation with financial assistance and modern practices in collaboration with states.  

5. Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM)  

   - Objective: Promotes mechanization to improve efficiency.  

   - Details: Provides subsidies for advanced equipment and technologies to reduce labor costs and boost productivity.  

Here’s a professional summary of your work with the Central Government's Agriculture Department, structured for clarity and impact:

Key Responsibilities & Services  

1. Implementation of Agricultural Schemes

   - National Agriculture Insurance Scheme (NAIS) / RKVY  

   - PM Kisan Samriddhi Yojana (Income Support)  

   - Soil Health Card Program  

   - Farmer awareness, application guidance, and beneficiary onboarding.  

2. Technical Support & Training 

   - Collaboration with **KVKs (Krishi Vigyan Kendras)** for farmer training.  

   - Promoting drip irrigation, organic farming, and climate-resilient crops.  

   - Workshops on modern agricultural practices.  

3. Digital Agriculture Initiatives  

   - Training farmers on **e-NAM (National Agricultural Market).  

   - Supporting use of Kisan Mobile Apps for subsidies/weather alerts.  

   - Facilitating digital payment systems for subsidies.  

4. Reporting & Data Analysis

   - Monthly/quarterly progress reports for central government.  

   - Impact assessment of schemes and investment analysis.  

5. Farmer Outreach & Coordination 

   - Organizing meetings with Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)  

   - Awareness campaigns for government schemes.  

6. Subsidies & Equipment Support  

   - Assisting farmers with subsidy applications (tractors, pumps, seeds).  

   - Monitoring distribution of free seeds/fertilizers under schemes.  

Government Documentation & Compliance  

- Coordination with revenue departments and state agriculture officers.  

 Additional Support  

🔹 Central Agriculture Portal: [https://agricoop.gov.in](https://agricoop.gov.in)  

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