Government merges 36 schemes into PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana to boost farm productivity
The Union Cabinet has approved the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), merging 36 existing schemes from 11 Ministries. With an annual outlay of ₹24,000 crore for six years starting 2025-26, the scheme aims to enhance agricultural productivity, promote crop diversification, sustainable practices, and augment post-harvest storage. It is projected to benefit 1.7 crore farmers across 100 districts, which will be identified based on indicators like low productivity, low cropping intensity, and less credit disbursement. Modeled on the "Aspirational District Programme," the scheme's progress will be monitored monthly, focusing exclusively on agriculture and allied sectors.
Key Points
- The Union Cabinet approved the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) to boost agricultural productivity and sustainable practices.
- The scheme merges 36 existing schemes from 11 Ministries with an annual outlay of ₹24,000 crore for six years, starting 2025-26.
- PMDDKY aims to enhance post-harvest storage, improve irrigation, and facilitate credit availability for farmers.
- Districts will be selected based on indicators like low productivity, low cropping intensity, and less credit disbursement, with a minimum of one district per State/UT.
- The scheme is modeled on the "Aspirational District Programme" and its progress will be monitored monthly.
Exam Facts
- Scheme Name: PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)
- Outlay: ₹24,000 crore annually for six years (2025-26 onwards)
- Number of merged schemes: 36 from 11 Ministries
- Target beneficiaries: 1.7 crore farmers
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