Under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 20th installment, transferring 20,500 crore rupees to over 97 million farmers nationwide. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai participated in the event virtually from Raipur, engaging with farmers. Prime Minister Modi stated that since 2019, the scheme has provided 3.75 lakh crore rupees directly to farmers. The government is focused on farmer welfare, with PM Kisan as a significant initiative. The Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhan Yojana is launched for agriculturally underdeveloped districts, allocating 24,000 crore rupees. The government is also boosting irrigation projects to enhance agricultural output. The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana is in place to support farmers during natural calamities, and women’s economic empowerment is a priority, with over 1.5 crore women achieving Lakhpati status. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai extended greetings for the holy month of Shravan, seeking blessings for Chhattisgarh. He highlighted that approximately 25 lakh farmers in Chhattisgarh received over 553.34 crore rupees through the PM Kisan scheme. The Chief Minister acknowledged Prime Minister Modi’s support in empowering farmers. The state government is working to provide farmers with economic assistance, including providing 3100 rupees per quintal for paddy. Within ten days of forming the government, 3716 crore rupees of pending bonus was paid to farmers. The Chief Minister also mentioned the initiation of the Kisan Credit Card scheme, which transformed farming into a profitable venture.
Chhattisgarh Farmers Benefit from PM-KISAN with Over 553 Crore Rupees
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