PM Modi distributes land deeds to Assam tea workers, addresses deprivation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi ceremonially distributed land deeds to approximately 28,000 tea garden workers in Assam, marking a historic initiative to address years of deprivation faced by this community under previous rules. Speaking in Guwahati, PM Modi stated that granting land rights honors the hardworking tea garden workers who have contributed significantly to Assam's global recognition. He also released the 22nd installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, transferring over ₹18,640 crore to more than 9.32 crore farmers nationwide, with 19 lakh beneficiaries in Assam.
Key Points
- PM Modi distributed land deeds to 28,000 tea garden workers in Assam, a first in the region's history.
- The initiative aims to rectify historical deprivation and honor the community's contribution.
- The Prime Minister also released the 22nd installment of the PM-KISAN scheme.
- The PM-KISAN installment benefited over 9.32 crore farmers nationally, including 19 lakh in Assam.
Exam Facts
- Number of tea garden workers receiving deeds: ~28,000.
- State: Assam.
- Scheme: Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN).
- 22nd installment of PM-KISAN, totaling over ₹18,640 crore.
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