Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDKY): In addition to the PM Kisan 21st Instalment of Rs 2,000, two big gifts are also awaiting farmers this Diwali. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan informed that when the PM Kisan Yojana provides financial assistance to farmers, the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana and the “Pulses Self-Reliance Mission” will be launched on October 11th. How will these benefits be transferred to farmers? Let us understand.
Schemes to be launched on October 11- Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana and Pulses Self-Reliance Mission
PM Kisan Yojana usually benefits financially for the farmers, whereas the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana and Pulses Self-Reliance Mission help the productivity. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman while presenting the Union Budget on February 1 announced the launch of the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDKY)
Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana
- The scheme aims to improve agricultural productivity, irrigation, crop diversification, and financial access for farmers.
- It targets 100 districts with low productivity, moderate crop intensity, and below-average credit parameters.
- The initiative follows the success of the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP).
- It aligns with the government’s goal of strengthening rural prosperity, increasing farm incomes, and enhancing self-sufficiency in food production.
- PMDKY will provide farmers with better crop management, financial assistance, and irrigation support to improve productivity
Pulses Self-Reliance Mission
Pulses Self-Reliance Mission specifically targets pulse cultivation, aiming to increase domestic production of pulses, reduce dependence on imports, and support farmers growing pulses.
Who Is Eligible?
The scheme focuses on marginal farmers, small farmers, landless families, women farmers, and young farmers.
Eligibility criteria:
- Coverage: 100 low-productivity districts across the country.
- Beneficiaries: Marginal farmers, small farmers, landless families, women farmers, and young farmers.
- Financial Status: Farmers with limited access to agricultural resources.
Required Documents:
- Aadhaar Card – for identity proof
- Land Ownership Document – proof of agricultural land
- Bank Account Information – for direct deposit of benefits into the bank account
- Income Certificate – proof of financial status, if required
- Other Documents – as requested by the state government or local administration
How to Apply:
Eligible farmers will receive benefits under the scheme. Here’s how to apply for the PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana:
- Go to the local agriculture office: Contact your district agriculture office
- Fill out the application form: Attach the required documents and submit the form
- Verification: Documents will be checked by local authorities
- Approval and Benefit Transfer: Farmers found eligible will receive benefits under the scheme
